This stunning mid-century hand-woven tapestry captures the dynamic energy of a galloping horse in a composition of extraordinary vitality and movement "” rendered in vibrant earth-tone hues that shimmer with life and suggest the speed, power, and freedom of the horse in full gallop. The tapestry artist has used the limitations of the loom "” the horizontal and vertical grid of warp and weft "” to suggest movement and organic form through a masterful management of color and edge.

Horse tapestries of the mid-20th century represent a beloved and enduring subject in the European and American craft tapestry tradition "” the horse as symbol of freedom, vitality, and the beauty of the natural world translated into the warmth and permanence of hand-woven wool. This piece works beautifully in equestrian-themed interiors, country homes, and any space that values the energy and beauty of large-format textile art.


Dimensions: 38" x 68"

Date of Manufacture: Mid 20th Century

Place of Origin: Europe

Material: Wool

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use


SKU: 1699


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good

Materials & Techniques:
Wool

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good