The Camel

Rich in detail and history, "The Camel" shows a single dromedary camel, adorned in the livery of the nomadic tribes that still call the desert their home. Moving from one place to another following their food source, there are an estimated 30 million nomads worldwide. In the arid desert, camels are still used to transport family goods, just as they have since they were first domesticated some 3,000 years ago. This particular tapestry is decorated in an Oriental vein. This style became popular during the 17th to 19th centuries in Europe, particularly France. They had been brought back to the country by Jesuit missionaries, who had traveled to the far and Middle East. The mixture of flora and fauna in such exquisite detail is typical of the designs that were popular during the Oriental art movement in Europe. This tapestry is lined and has a tunnel for easy hanging.