Hooray! Just a bit of fun. Last night Remi and I were skulking around an especially unpromising Depot-Vente or junk shop in the suburbs of Arles. Each went their separate ways, only half-heartedly in the hunt. And yet, what did I spy tucked behind a bulky dresser? A bit of tapestry. Yes, I know, tapestry can be so old-fashioned as to be sad. But no, this one is so perfectly faded that its remaining colors only give the tiniest suggestion of what it once was. I called Remi over and with a heave he extracted it from its dusty realm. And as you can see, we swooped it up. For a song. A mere pittance. You wouldn’t believe me if I told you.
Especially as when we got it home I spied a label on the back frame: “Panneaux Gobelins”.
It is so long, 2.2 meters that I am not sure where we can put it, but trust me, I will find a place. Aren’t such gifts from the world encouraging?
Bon Dimanche, everyone!
No way!! Can I borrow some money now that that vous etes riche?
A truly fabulous find… xv
Wow – lurking in the corner! The prize is even the greater for having discovered it in such a way. Absolutely beautiful – the faded dusty colours entwine the mystery of age within. In which building/s has it hung? Who has gazed upon it? What were they talking about when they looked at it? What stories it could tell. Oh what a treasure! Virginia x
Congrats on the fabulous find! nothing old fashioned about hanging a tapestry, and a Gobelin!!! simply fantastic!
Am off to the deballage to morrow, am keeping my fingers crossed, with this could maybe people will be deterred from braving the wind and I can get some good deals..
Looks I am having a blogger blip. Elizabeth, thanks for your response as well, I got it via email, though it isn't showing up for me here! Hmph! And oooh, I know that you would be all too happy to have this on the walls in Dijon but I…don't…think so! Sending love and strength your way.
Thanks so much everyone! Yes, what is the most fun about this is that we weren't looking for it. 🙂
Debra, hooray! I was counting on you and am so grateful for your response. I was so proud to say to Remi yesterday "Oh my blog friend Debra is a professional ancient textiles expert, she will know." We both think that it is from the 1910s/ 1920s based on the style of the border and the dude's hat. I'll keep you posted if we vacuum it!
Hope you all are having a great weekend…
Treasure hunting is the BEST especially when it is successful! CONGRATULATIONS… and yes, no problem finding a place for that. I would move things around to make THAT work!
Enjoy your Sunday.
After seeing the Bayeaux Tapestry this past September I really appreciate them now. Beautiful find. xo Jenny
Wonderful piece Heather and if it's Gobelins even better, better then Aubusson. Your piece is from the late 1800's to the early 1900's. You could try to gently vacuum the backside if it's open if not the front it'll help remove any dust and dirt and might show the scene up more.
XX
Debra~
it's lovely
and I would have no problem finding a place for it