Wall Tapestries And Wall Hangings For Your Home

Religious Tapestry: How To Decorate With Religious Tapestries

A religious tapestry has many possible connotations and possible meanings for different people.

At its most pure, a religious tapestry could refer to a work depicting a specific religion or Christianity as it has done in the varied and rich history of the tapestry through Europe.

But there are more contemporary meanings as well.

So if you want to decorate with religious tapestries, then have a look at these ideas here:

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Large Wall Hangings

Large wall hangings have an impact on a home and room that is distinctive and unique.

If you have a favorite room or space that you want to create a unique impact, then a large wall tapestry can do this for you.

How?

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A large wall hanging is able to provide:

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William Morris Tapestry

If you’re looking for a William Morris tapestry, then you are not alone.

These tapestries have been called by some to be the most striking and iconic of all tapestry categories as they reflect the precise look that Morris intended.

There are qualities of a William Morris tapestry wall hanging that captures the imagination and aesthetic wishes of decorators and home owners and art collectors.

The Celtic tapestry of the Celtic cross is a particular one that is very evocative:

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Which are these? They are:

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Large Wall Tapestry

If you want to make a wonderful impression for your home, then you may have be looking for a large wall tapestry to do this.

Well, you’re right!

A beautiful tapestry in a large size makes an impression that is wonderful, beautiful and evocative.

The reason is that a tapestry wall hanging is a piece of art that stirs the imagination and senses and makes you and your family and friends feel a sense of fantasy and adventure.

How is this possible?

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Celtic Tapestry

While the word Celtic can refer to the Celtic nations, culture or language, the word has an identity of its own.

The 6 Celtic nations, as recognised by the Celtic League are  Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Mann, Cornwall and Brittany.

The symbols in Celtic culture however are very distinct and has much beauty and richness in meaning.

The Celtic tapestry of the Celtic cross is a particular one that is very evocative:

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Raphael Tapestry

The world of beautiful angels and cherubs have fascinated us for hundreds and even thousands of years, and the angels by Raphael is a sublime work to behold.

From a painting in the Sistine Madonna, this work depicts two cherubs with gorgeous faces that seem to portray innocence and blissfulness at the same time:

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Originally a religious work, containing St Sixtus and St Barbara on either side of them, this piece has captured the imagination as has been a calling card so to speak for the great artist Raphael who is one of the big names in the Renaissance period where the golden age of art produced some of the most famous and beautiful pieces of art in history. Why? (more…)

Medieval Tapestry

If you’re looking for a medieval tapestry for your home, then have a look at these ideas here.

With a tapestry wall hanging in the medieval theme, a very evocative effect can be achieved.

Why? Because medieval art reflects on an age in which romanticism and an idealism of life that also brings forth ideas of fantasy as well.

Medieval tapestries are generally in 3 main categories:

1. Unicorn tapestries

2. Medieval tapestries depicting life in the Middle Ages

3. Bayeaux tapestries

The European tapestries depicting the unicorn is inspired by original works created in the Middle Ages and beyond, and include works from the times of Louis XI and from tales and legends from the 1400s.

Life and romanticism in the middle ages and times of Arthurian legends are abound in works such as The Accolade by Pre-Raphaelite, Edmund Blair Leighton (1853 - 1922) where life in the royal households and the lands beyond is depicted with great light and utmost detail: (more…)

Unicorn Tapestries

If you’re looking for unicorn tapestries, then have a look at this article to help you decide which is for you.

For you if you’re wanting a unicorn tapestry, including the Lady and the Unicorn tapestries and the Hunt of the Unicorn tapestries, or even the Unicorn in Captivity, you may be looking for a tapestry because of 3 main reasons:

1. It’s gorgeous appearance

Yes, a mythical creature such as the unicorn is a superb image for evoking the imagination and senses.

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Tapestry Cushions

If you’re looking for a gorgeous set of tapestry cushions, then have a look at our latest additions here.

Tapestry cushions, be they for seat cushions, lounge cushions, or as pillows, these items will help add delight and beauty to any room or home.

So how do luxury cushions add delight to your home.

Here are 3 ways:

1. Tapestry cushions are a small piece of art, like a small sized tapestry.

These cushions in a lounge room for instance add delight and beauty as they infuse color, design or an illustration into the room.

A tapestry cushion from the Beatrix Potter collection of Peter Rabbit for instance is sheer delight for adults as well as children.

In a children’s bedroom, they are also in its perfect spot to create ambience of fun and liveliness.

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Tree Of Life Tapestry

The Tree of Life wall tapestry is one of the most popular tapestries and wall hangings.

When first woven by William Morris, the design of the Tree of Life which existed as a Celtic version, transformed into a version that had features which William Morris possessed in his other works from the Victorian era.

This tapestry is popular not only because of its beauty, but because of its powerful and sometimes evocative symbolism.

In the traditional interpretation of the 19th century wall hanging by Morris, the Tree of Life tapestry symbolizes the tree in the Garden of Eden bearing the forbidden fruit.

But what does this really mean?

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