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This wool wall tapestry, issued by the Aubusson-based Robert Four manufactory, depicts a courtly scene in the medieval orchard style. It features a man wooing a woman, surrounded by a traditional 'mille-fleurs' decor. Characteristic elements such as apple trees, birds, and a dog are visible on a dark background. These are often replicas inspired by French models from the 15th century.

Cette tapisserie murale en laine, éditée par la manufacture Robert Four d'Aubusson, représente une scène galante dans le style médiéval du verger.Elle met en scène un homme faisant la cour à une femme, entourés d'un décor traditionnel "mille-fleurs".Des éléments caractéristiques comme des pommiers, des oiseaux et un chien sont visibles sur un fond sombre.Il s'agit souvent de répliques inspirées de modèles français du XVe siècle.

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Tapestry  - 180 cm - 140 cm - Gallant scene

Textile - France - 1960-1970

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A wool tapestry wall hanging manufactured by Robert Four d'Aubusson in France (1960–1970), depicting a medieval orchard‑style galant scene with apple trees, birds and a dog, and measuring 180 cm by 140 cm in a textile material in good condition with age‑related wear.

Tapestry - 180 cm - 140 cm - Gallant scene

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A wool tapestry wall hanging manufactured by Robert Four d'Aubusson in France (1960–1970), depicting a medieval orchard‑style galant scene with apple trees, birds and a dog, and measuring 180 cm by 140 cm in a textile material in good condition with age‑related wear.

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