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Gobelin tapestries

Woven on a vertical loom with two sets of threads interlaced, the gobelin tapestries are a form of textile artwork. The most common weaving material used is cotton or linen.  Generally cotton and silk threads are used but to give the tapestries a shimmery texture and finish gold and silver are also used. Dating back to the3rd century B.C. gobelin tapestries are an ancient art form can be found in the Hellenistic period as well.

The main uses of the gobelin tapestries were decorative display  Being woven mainly with gold threads it served decorative purpose and was used in the castle for insulation in the winter, was displayed in the churches on special events and was used by kings and noble men all alike.  As a symbol of royal authority in the middle ages and the renaissance, exceptional gobelin tapestries were hung on the top and back of the throne of the king.

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Name:anthentic handmade tapestry
Material: 100% NewZealand Wool
Foundation: cotton
Pile: Handwoven flat pile
Kpsi: 100 knots per square inch

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The popular themes of the gobelin tapestries include the Biblical themes or Ovid’s MetamorphosesThe Vision of the Holy Grail, Goya’s the Spanish Gobelin tapestries, Raphael’s Sistine Chapel, The Hunt of the Unicorn and many others all form some of the most famous gobelin tapestries. The greatest museums of the world still preserve these gobelin tapestries.  The factory of Gobelins, in Europe has special hobbyist weavers to restore and repair these valuable assets.

Gobelin tapestries made a long journey and have survived the ravages of time and have always been improved upon We have the Belgium gobelin tapestries highly valued for its lovely craftsmanship, adroit creativity and exquisite intricate designs Among the art lovers and connoisseurs the Bayeux gobelin tapestries are most popular which depicts the Norman Conquest.  The Bayeax gobelin tapestries are definitely an exclusive possession because of its grandeur and it never fails to impress its viewers.  The Beatrix and the Flander gobelin tapestries are the other types of Belgium gobelin tapestries that became popular.

The other popular choices that we come across for gobelin tapestries are Renaissance, Oriental, European, Medieval, Chenille, French, Royal, Unicorn gobelin tapestries and even cotemporary.  The Jacquard Machines wove the exquisite themes of Floral, landscapes, city life, modern art, renaissance and medieval art and of course the Biblical stories. A worthy timeless beauty perfect to be passed down to the next generation, is worthwhile in investing in; at the same time brings a lovely ambience to your home by giving that something extra.

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