Portière au bouquet de fleurs - Lot 265

Portière au bouquet de fleurs Tapestry probably by Manufacture des Gobelins 18th century, Louis XVI period Woven in wool and silk H. 270 x W. 155 cm This fine tapestry features a marble-columned niche in the center, topped by a garland of flowers, housing a majestic bouquet set in a refined vase decorated with acanthus leaves ending in foliage. All around, a blue background with rosebushes in spandrels, and fine vertical decoration combining goldsmith's work, precious stones and flowering branches, ending with heavy sprays of country flowers. Imitation-frame border with pearl fillets, friezes of flower vases on a red background, and spandrels with fleurons on a cream background. The tapestry retains its beautiful, vivid colors. It is in good condition, with some wear. Provenance: - Partridge London, purchased 1978; - Collection of Monsieur and Madame A., in their Hôtel particulier near the Champs-Élysées; - By descent to the present owner.