Old Testament, The Sacrifice Of Abraham - Tapestry Manufacture Aubusson 17th Century No. 1379

19th Century Greenery - The Aubusson Manufacture Tapestry | 272lx225h - No. 1435
This Tapestry was Cleaned by the Galerie Lissier artisanal workshop religious subject: The presence of an angel and a man sacrificing suggests a religious subject: The presence of an angel and a man sacrificing suggests a biblical scene. This is the story of Abraham about to sacrifice Isaac, a very common theme in religious art.
Weaving technique: The tapestry was made by hand, with great precision in the rendering of details. The colors are bright and the weft threads are tight, which gives a dense and textured appearance to the work.
Period: The style of the tapestry could help determine the period in which it was made. The clothing of the figures, the architecture in the background and the decorative motifs can give clues to the artistic trends of the time.
Materials: The tapestries were made of wool and silk. The quality of the materials used can influence the value and lifespan of the work.
Function: Tapestries often had a decorative and narrative function. They were used to decorate the walls of castles, churches or bourgeois houses. They could also be used to illustrate stories or religious teachings.

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