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3168 Scènes Galantes
3' 1" x 4' 7"            4' 4" x 6' 2"            6' x 9' 4"
4' 4" x 5' 10"          5' 8" x 7' 6"            7' 4" x 10' 8"  Bordées

Fragment de "Scènes Galantes" bordée

Early 15th century tapestry.
Cluny museum - Paris.
Against a background of leaves and flowers, a lady is offered a casked from the hands of her page, while a couple is advancing towards them. All the characters are dressed in the Italian fashion which was introduced in France after Charles VIII conquered Naples in 1495.

 

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