European Decorative Arts and Sculpture Millefleur Tapestry with Medallions with Scenes of the Seasons Made in Bruges, Belgium, EuropeMedallions mid- 16th century, Background 19th century Artist/maker unknown, Flemish Wool and silk Currently not on view 1950-122-1 Gift of Mrs. Chauncey McCormick and Mrs. Richard E. Danielson, 1950 |
LabelVerdure tapestry, also called Garden Tapestry, was popular during the sixteenth century, especially among Europe’s royalty and nobility. Characterized by dense green foliage, exotic flowers, birds, animals and fruit, verdure tapestries are among the earliest depictions of the forests and jungles of the New World. |
