Versailles

This chenille tapestry depicts an aerial view of the Palace of Versailles, the seat of the French monarchy from the late 17th century throughout the 18th century. Originally a hunting lodge, the palace was extended during the reign of Louis XIV to eventually become the official French court in 1677. An expansive and dramatic example of Baroque architecture it stands as a testament to the development of France's central role as the global leaders in taste following the decline of the High Renaissance in Italy. The above piece shows the palace buildings with its 700 rooms, 2000 windows and 67 staircases. We can also see the palace sitting in its opulent gardens that contained 1500 fountains and over 300 statues. This tapestry is unlined and has a rod sleeve for ease of hanging.

Chenille is a popular fabric and has many uses. As a soft and supple material it can be used for a variety of purposes, including; tapestries and wall-hangings, throws, bed covers, upholstery and curtains. Chenille can be difficult to manufacture and takes a great deal of care in its production. The thread is produced by weaving fabric into tightly twisted yarns which are then combined with shorter yarns to provide a pile that protrudes in all directions, giving the final material its distinctive chenille feel and flexibility. These are then used in the normal way to produce the finished fabric. Many fabrics can be used in this process although these are typically: cotton, silk, wool, viscose, polypropylene or acrylic.
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Price: $125.00 | $195.00
Product code: m83-s
Size: 54" x 38" | 76" x 54"
Shipping weight: 12 lbs
Material: Cotton, viscose and acrylic blend
Country: Belgium
Category: Tapestry Wall Hangings > Chenille

This product is available in 2 sizes.

Versailles ~ 54" x 38"	$125.00
Versailles ~ 76" x 54"	$195.00

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