If you want to decorate with Asian tapestries, then see these tips here.
In the world of tapestries, Oriental or Asian wall hangings hold a special place.
Caught between the Western and Eastern world, Chinese and Japanese culture has had a longer influence on European art than many realize.
Let’s have a look at how to decorate with Asian tapestry art and when we do, we will see the relationship between these two cultures.
So how do you use Asian tapestries to decorate?

1. An Asian Tapestry Showing A Traditional Asian Subject

There are many traditional images in Asian or Oriental culture.
For example, the Great Wave of Kanagawa or  La Vague D’Hokusai tapestry of the tsunami like wave is one of the most well known images from Japanese art.
This tapestry Japan has inspired is evocative of traditional Eastern art:

See Great Wave of Kanagawa Japan tapestry here

Here we see a work from Japan from the original wood block print by Katsushika Hokusai faithfully reproduced.
The distinct look of art from this era between 1830 and 1833 is shown here.
The waves are huge and beautifully designed and becomes the focus of the work itself.
Asian images such as these are beautiful and faithfully represents art from the specific era.

2. Modern Asian tapestry

These modern tapestries are Asian in theme, and are from contemporary artists.
Hence the theme of ‘modern Asian’ or Asian fusion tapestry.
These works combine Asian elements and are combined with elements of modern art.

See Fan Abstract Asian wall tapestry here

As an example, in Fan Abstract, we see the traditional Chinese fans used by concubines and young women, as decoration as well as their functional role.
Then these elements are combined with an abstract background to bring the work to the modern day.
The colors here remain traditional and are are based on auspicious colors of Chinese culture, reds, golds and greens.
These colors are used in many Asian and Chinese inspired tapestries of a contemporary as well as traditional ones, as they represent luck, fortune and health.

3. Asian Tapestry Showing The Influence Of Asia On Western Art

These tapestries shows elements of Asian culture, but in a context of Western art.
An example is the works of Van Gogh.
He was he fascinated by Japanese art and culture since the treaty of Kanagawa between America and Japan in 1854. This effectively opened up Japan to the world after over 216 years isolation.

Almond Blossom Oriental tapestry here

Asian art spread through to Europe after this time, influencing the art of the Netherlands and France.
Here in Almond Blossom, we see the blossom tree in full bloom.
The blossom tree of cherry or almond is an iconic symbol of Japan, and represents the transience of life as the blooms all appear at once and are transitory.
The works of Van Gogh and other European artists such as Claude Monet have been influenced strongly by Asian culture, and is shown all over their art.

See The Elephant tapestry here

Decorating your home with Asian tapestries is a simple process.
1. First choose an Asian tapestry that you like, from images from traditional Asian art, modern Asian tapestries and European fine art influenced from Oriental culture.
2. Second, check the size of your wall space to see that the tapestry will fit the space.

See Spring Chorus Tapestry here

3. Third, choose a tapestry rod and tassels as required.
4. Fourth, mount the tapestry rod or hanger on the wall by following the instructions provided with the tapestry rod.
5. Fifth, enjoy the tapestry and the effect the work of art brings to the room. When you and your loved ones see and enjoy your time together, they will comment.
So have a look at the various Asian and Oriental tapestries inspired from Japan & China and see which ones you are attracted to.

See La Recolte des Ananas II Tapestry her

These Oriental wall hangings give an exotic and beautiful feel unlike any other genre.
Remember the simple steps above to choose your Asian tapestry to transform your room and home.
Here’s to great decorating with Asian inspired tapestries!