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!
Fabulous find Heather, luck indeed. Sure you'll find a perfect spot for this treasure.
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Natalie
Hello you two!! I hope that you are staying warm, my goodness, it is freeeezing here! Yes, how can you not love the faded, the passed over–I forgot to write that when we bought it, it had already been marked down by half because no one wanted it! Although I loved your propped up suggestion, we have found the perfect place for it. Photos soon. 🙂
Hello Heather:
Faded, dusty, in need of a good vacuum……absolutely perfect in every way as far as we can see!!
The framed tapestry will make a marvellous addition to your home. We rather think that we might prop it somewhere rather than hang it….so, if you cannot find a place for it……!!
Thanks ladies! We still have NO IDEA where we are going to put it. My first thought was above the headboard but that would mean taking down the ciel de lit which would be a bummer. We'll figure something out and I'll post photos once we do. 🙂
Beautiful – what a great find. You will have to show us where you decide to put it!!
Oh yes, I agree with Brooke. Please post a photo once you hang it. It's fantastic!
What about behind your bed as the headboard?It's deevine!!!!!!
You have such a great eye, Heather!
What a wonderful find, indeed!
You must take a picture when your tapestry finds its place in your house.
xo xo
Brooke
Good Luck Francine! Unfortunately we are not going to go because of the cold but perhaps you will find something wonderful! I am not sure if your family is here with you but if so, wishing you all a wonderful time in Provence. You have my email if you would ever like to meet up another time. 🙂
And thanks so much for telling us about the dog article. Wonderful!
xx