Buildings & Cityscape Tapestries

Want a cityscape tapestry to decorate your home?
Then see our range of gorgeous cityscape tapestries to transform your favorite room or home.
Cityscapes and buildings, in addition to landscapes and scenery, have made popular subjects for wall tapestries over the centuries. A work of a landscape or cityscape transports you in place and time to the scene which is before your eyes.
Imagine stepping into the very scene itself with a tapestry in your room. Whether it is Venice, Verena or Positano, in 17th century or in the modern day, the choice of location and time is yours.
In a pure verdure tapestry, you have a countryside scene, yet in a cityscape, there is a mixture of a buildings and nature or purely concentrating on cities and towns.
Want to be transported in time and place? Have a look at our range of cityscape tapestries here.
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This A New York Day tapestry shows the skyline of New York gently illuminated by a warm glow. This modern piece takes the most modern and contemporary subject matter and uses the traditional tapestry form to add a sense of warmth.
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A scene of a Venetian gondola on the waterways in the afternoon is shown here in this tapestry "Afternoon Chat" by contemporary artist Kim. The waterside houses are seen here laden with flowers from their balconies as the gondola meanders through this section of town.
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The Ah Tuscany tapestry is based on the work of artist Erin Dertmer. Here we see a Tuscan countryside village on the hills with trees, flora and mountains extending into the horizon.
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This tapestry "Ambiance" is so well named as its effect is exactly as the name states. It creates an ambiance of place and time that is distinct and gives you the feeling that you are literally transported to this place and time the instant you look at it.
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This "Arch de Cagnes" tapestry shows the work of artist Sam Park. Park was born in South Korea and travelled to Paris, France, where he studied art, and developed his unique style reminiscent of French impressionists.
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Architectural Detail III shows a beautiful column detail as its subject. The subject of architecture is a classic theme for artists, and here we see a modern edge to this theme. In photographic realism style, we see the column details intricately reproduced.
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This Architectural Detail IV tapestry shows the work of artist Boyce Watt. Also known as Jeff Maihara, his works reflect the beauty of nature and man made objects with studies of them in detail.
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Classical in style, this "Archway Urn" tapestry shows a grand palatial garden and balcony scene. With its clever use of color tones and a muted color palette, the classical atmosphere is shown to great effect.
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A lively French flower shop is depicted here in this tapestry "Au Bon Jardin". Based on the work by De Villeneuve, this congenial flower shop beckons you to enter with its doors open and an assortment of flowers inside.
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In this Bank of the River Seine I we see a romanticized scene of the river and the people enjoying the sunny Parisian day. The banks of the river or Les quais de Seine is a place which gave birth to an iconic location where artists, writers, and philosophers reveled and was said to be the center of bohemianism, counterculture, and creativity.
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In Barconi tapestry we see the ornate wide boats or Baconi from a work by Francesco Guardi from the 18th century. Here we see the boats carrying their cargo and barrels, and their large sails, among the foreground of people going about their daily lives on the shore.
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This tapestry "Before The Rain" shows a beautiful Mediterranean portside scene by artist Ramon Pujol. With a wonderful composition of boats in the harbor and the gorgeous Mediterranean village behind, and a masterful use of color, this work has the hallmarks of the works of Pujol.
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In this Bellagio Park tapestry, we see a glorious scene of the "Pearl of the Lake" of Lake Como. In this Bellagio Park tapestry, we see a glorious scene of the "Pearl of the Lake" of Lake Como. Filled with romanticism and the beautiful climate of the area, we see the charming cottages perched on the cliff faces.
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Bellagio Village tapestry shows a scene of this Lake Como village steps leading to the water. Accompanied with gorgeous flower filled terrace windows on the villas and shops, and a lovely cobblestoned street, one can imagine walking through the Bellagio Village to the water of Lake Como.
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Here in this Blue Door tapestry, we see the work of artist Boyce Watt. Here we see a blue door surrounded by a beautiful architectural archway, decorated by hanging plants.
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Filed with Belgian charm, this "Brugge" tapestry shows a countryside village scene in Belgium. Brugge is the capital of West Flanders in the Flemish region of Belgium.
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This tapestry "Bucintoro At The Dock" shows the festivities of the large boat celebrating the marriage of Venice to the sea.
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This cityscape tapestry "Bucintoro Venice" is full of intricate detail. It shows the vibrant and flourishing city of Venice, the city of canals, where thoroughfare via the waterways is the way of life.
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This Buon Appetito tapestry is based on the work of artist Nicky Boehme. Here we see a lavish scene of French country town lifestyle with Frutta Fresca of fruit shop, Terrazo al Apierto al primo piano or terrace on the first floor with piano and Ristorante il Vesuvo.
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This Cafe De La Place tapestry shows a charming Parisian streetscape. Here we see a hilly side steps leading to a cafe below.
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Canal of Venice tapestry shows a scene of canals and bridges in Venice. The city of canals, made up of islands joined by bridges, is a phenomenon of this remarkable cityscape.
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This Canal with Reflections tapestry shows a gorgeous scene of Venice and life on the waterways. Made of hundreds of islands interconnected with briges, Venice is a place which has a unique charm. Here we see wonderful details in the buildings, as well as the reflections on the waterways.
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This Canal With Shops tapestry shows the work of artist Martin Roberts. The works of Roberts shows his love of Venetian life.
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Capri tapestry shows a lovely view of the coast of this island in Naples. The blue waters of the Gulf of Naples is seen here in this vista, where we walk along a cobblestone path decorated with urns of flowers and poplar trees.
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In 1670, King Louis XIV commissioned the 12 pieces depicting royal households. In this piece, Le Brun shows the view from the balcony of Chateau Bellevue, with courtiers going for a ride on the expansive grounds of the estate.
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The beautiful grounds of Chateau Bellevue is seen here in this tapestry. The Chateau Bellevue was built under the direction of Louis XV, for Madame de Pompadour. It is one of a set of 12 tapestries woven at the Gobelins Manufacture.
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This Chateau Belleview II tapestry shows the palace grounds of the castle of Madame de Pompadour. The chateau was impressive and was built in the plateau of Meudon.
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This tapestry "Chateau Belleview III" shows the scene from the 17th century "Royal Residences". In this piece, we see a work based on the originals woven by the Gobelins Manufacture, created under the rule and guidance of King Louis XIV.
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This Chateau Bellevue IV tapestry shows the grand grounds of Versailles based on the "Royal Residences" from the 17th century. The originals were made at the Gobelins Tapestry Manufactory for King Louis XIV, and showed life in the palaces of royalty.
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This Chateau Belleview V tapestry shows the palace grounds of the castle of Madame de Pompadour. The chateau was impressive and was built in the plateau of Meudon.
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Based on the work from the Les Maisons Royales series of tapestries, this tapestry "Chateau D'Enghien" shows the work of Charles Le Brun, director of the Gobelins Manufactory.
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This tapestry shows the Chateau de Versailles, located southwest from the center of Paris on an stunning elevated plateau. The surrounding hills and woods nestles the palace and grounds which have been the home of the French royalty since the time of Louis the XIV in 1692.
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In this tapestry 'Chateau Fountain', we see a palace and fountain setting, a section taken from the Flemish tapestry, 'Venus and Adonis' from the Oudenaerde region. In this tapestry, the luscious fruits of love including flowers are strewn over the greenery of the courtyard from the tree above.
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Chateau Fountain II tapestry shows a garden scene of fountains, flowers, architecture and trees. In this elegant Fountains verdure tapestry, a fountain is seen here providing the water source for the pond.
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The seaside of the Mediterranean is seen here in this seascape tapestry "Cliff Dwellings". This region of Europe is full of charm and beauty from its gorgeous countryside as well as the buildings on the coastline.
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This tapestry shows the work of artist Jan McLaughlin. In this piece "Closed On Monday" we see an Italian village with beautiful flowers and sun shining on its awnings and umbrellas. The work of McLaughlin has been purchased by major corporations to decorate their offices, as well as private collections in homes.
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In Como Lake tapestry we see a panorama of the lake and hillside houses from a tall tower. Here we see the curved arches of this high vantage point to overlook the Mediterranean water, and the red roofed houses and villas perched on the hillside.
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In this cityscape tapestry Courtyard Alsace we see the work of Philip Craig. Here we see abundant foliage bringing the eye to the archway in the distance.
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This tapestry shows a European courtyard with cobblestones and an arrangement of potted plants. It is based on the work of artist Twindini. A tapestry such as this of a village courtyard is like a window into another world which we can step into just by viewing the tapestry.
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This tapestry "Domaine D'Enghien" shows a work based on the original Les Maisons Royales series of tapestries, the work of Charles Le Brun, director of the Manufacture de Gobelins, a team of artists which created art and decor for the palace of Versailles for King Louis XIV in the 17th century.
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Here's an ancient map of Florence or Fiorenza in this tapestry "Florence Ancient Map". In the style of a hilltop view, this map of the capital of the region of Tuscany. In it's history it was a center of trade and became known as the birthpace of the Renaissance era of art. Originally a Roman city, this place has been home to many famous people throughout history including the Medici family in the 15th century.
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This "Florence Cathedral" tapestry shows a large cathedral dome in the beautiful city of Florence. Florence is the capital of the Italian region of Tuscany.
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This Fontaine tapestry shows an idyllic garden with fountain and water lilies. Here we see a sunlit garden with flowers in abundance including the floral archway. Blue lilies in the foreground accompany the water lilies on the fountain itself.
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This tapestry "Garden Path" shows a delightful garden in full sunshine. Filled with flowers on ground level as well as above in a trellis, the viewer is led up the paved steps into the start if the garden.
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Here in this Gondola Ride tapestry, we see beautiful gondolas of Venice. The golden sunlight is providing a lovely illumination on the water as well as the buildings on the distant side of the sea.
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Full of gorgeous color and light, this cityscape tapestry "Grand Canal" shows a scene of Venice and its life on the canals.
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An absolutely grand and opulent scene of the harbor beholds us in this tapestry. This work was originally woven in Beauvais at the end of the 18th century after a period of unusual creativeness under the rule of Napoleon the 3rd.
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This tapestry represents a pinnacle in the tapestry production process in the 18th century. A stunning view of the grand harbor awaits us and the foreground has a grand balcony with musical instruments, a collection of flowers in full bloom and red drape.
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This handwoven tapestry "Handwoven Le Palais Royal" shows a castle scene of the Royal Residences. This fine hand woven tapestry shows the famous castle of Versailles and in its series depicting the months, it represents the month of April.
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This handwoven tapestry "Handwoven Palais de Monceaux" shows a palace scene based on the month of December. This hand woven tapestry shows the castle of Monceaux, based on the original produced by the Gobelins Manufactory of France.
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A beautiful scene of the Mediterranean harbor beholds us in this tapestry "Harbor at Last Light". In this tapestry, the eye is lead from the green abundant hills beyond to the magnificent orange and golden village on the harbor to the boats on the rippling water.
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This wall hanging "Hotel Capri" shows a picturesque seaside scene of the island of Capri. Capri is an island in the Campania region of Italy, and the main city has the same name.
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In Inside San Marco tapestry we see the incredible interior of Patriarcale di San Marco or Saint Mark's Basilica. Here we see the interior of marble floor, the mosaics which covers the upper section of the entire church, the roof and ceiling which shows artwork of 29 scenes including the Ascension of Christ.
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Full of charm, just like its subject, this "Irish Countryside" tapestry shows a gorgeous scene from the Irish coastal countryside. The sheer beauty of Ireland can be seen here with a charming parade of sheep are led by the farmer down the path with a view of the coast.
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Italian Cafe tapestry shows a delightful scene of a wine cafe in the streets of Italy. Full of charm, this work celebrates the lively culture of Italian restaurants as we see a cafe offering wine and food.
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A tapestry showing a rustic laneway in a very pretty part of Italy. This tapestry shows the traditional style buildings in old Italy where cobblestones and archways and narrow lanes paved the way.
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This Italian Garden with Parrot tapestry shows a classic ornamental garden with fountains, urns and classic architecture. Here we see a garden with a tall fountain feature in its centre, and a parrot on the urn on the right beside a red cape.
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In this Italian River View tapestry we see a scene of the city and bridges on the river. The colors are sepia in tones and uses the textures of the rippling water to contrast with the brush strokes of the buildings to create an almost impressionistic effect.
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This tapestry "Italian Villa" shows a gorgeous Tuscan villa and its gardens by artist Jon McNaughton. Here we see the villa in resplendent yellow with a beautiful garden of poplars and potted fruit trees.
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L'Arrivee Au Port tapestry shows an ancient scene of a port in Europe. Here we see the ships arriving on the grounds of a castle, and the fishermen greeted by villagers. This piece shows the life and times of ancient Europe.
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This tapestry "Lake Como Villa" shows a lakeside villa in the famous region of Lake Como. Based on the work of artist Robert Pejman, this tapestry shows the idyllic and beautiful life on the water in one of the most coveted regions in Europe.
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The beautiful Lake of Love in Bruges is depicted here in this tapestry. The city of Bruges was a commercial center of Europe in medieval times, and a visit to this part of Belgium is like travel back in time to this period, as unlike many parts of Europe, this area was not destroyed by war.
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Step into a European medieval town in this tapestry "Lake of Love". This gorgeous part of Belgium known as Bruges has been unspoilt in that it has remained unharmed during war and presents us a view of what it was like to like in a medieval town in the 1400s.
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This tapestry "Lemon Stairwell" shows the masterful work of Fabrice de Villeneuve. The work of de Villeneuve is always a delight to behold. In this scene we see a marble stairwell decorated with a lemon tree. The hallmark of his work is his masterful use of light.
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This Luchon Terrace tapestry shows a quaint village street in France. A music shop and flower shop is flanking the central entrance to the shops beyond.
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This Mediterranean Bistro tapestry shows a gorgeous scene from the Mediterranean life on the water.
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This tapestry "Mediterranean Harbor" shows a beautiful scene of a Mediterranean harbor by artist Peter Bell. The use of color here is vivid and evocative of memories, and is a hallmark of Bell's works.
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In Navona Square tapestry we see the historic view of the Piazza Navona in Rome. Here we see the fountain surrounded by the beautiful baroque Roman architecture which includes 5 fountains in total. Beginning as Stadium of Domitian in the 1st century AD, it became a public space since the 15th century.
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In this tapestry "New Enchantment" by John Douglas, we see a city scene of the Mediterranean in a fantasy like style. The beauty of this region of the world is captured here with a hint of exoticism which is a signature of Douglas' works.
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Like its companion piece "New Enchantment", this tapestry "New Enchantment II" shows a cityscape scene by John Douglas. The works of Douglas focuses on exotic landscapes and cityscapes, and in this tapestry we see a blend of Mediterranean beauty and an exotic feel.
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The original tapestry called 'Ports de mer', was woven in Beauvais in Northern France, at the end of the 18th century. In Oriental Harbor we see a port of ships, bags of cargo, chests and globe amidst ivy lined trees on a busy harbor.
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A wonderful little cafe on the cobblestoned road next to the Mediterranean water is what we experience here in this tapestry. This tapestry is a scene by the contemporary artist Sung Kim.
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This Paris Terrasse tapestry shows a charming streetscape of Paris. Full of charm, we see a restaurant and hotel beside an archway which leads to a scene beyond.
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Here in this Passage De Lota tapestry, a charming scene from the Parisian streetscape is seen. A bakery or boulangerie is on the left and a tailor shop is seen on the right.
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This lovely Passage to San Marco tapestry shows a waterway with bridge and a gondola nearby. The island of San Marco, in Venice is a place filled with the most iconic sights of Venice, such as St Mark's Basilica and Square.
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This tapestry "Patio" shows an idyllic seaside scene of a European village garden. We see lush flowers in full bloom bathed by the sun, as the curving inviting path leads the eye towards the seaside manor. Arches provide a frame for the view of the sea beyond.
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A delightful tapestry showing a patio entrance to a villa. Playful in his use of light, and buoyant in his use of color, this tapestry exudes a charm that is brings delight and nourishment to the sense.