A breathtaking and truly monumental early 20th-century European machine-woven scenic tapestry, beautifully capturing a lively, romanticized rendition of Francisco de Goya's iconic traditional themes, often referred to as "The Spanish Dance". Spanning nearly six feet in width, this grand architectural textile delivers immense theatrical presence and old-world character to any luxury space.

The finely detailed woven composition depicts an energetic courtyard flamenco gathering, complete with classical guitarists, dancers with tambourines, and onlookers set against a sprawling estate backdrop featuring a grand tiered fountain, palm trees, and an elaborate architectural bell tower. The tapestry is enclosed in a spectacular, heavy vintage Rococo Revival wood frame boasting a deeply carved, continuous wave-and-scroll border with an inner gilded lip. Finding a textile of this sheer physical scale preserved in its original custom presentation frame is exceptionally uncommon, making this piece a premier acquisition for high-end interior designers staging a formal historic hall, a grand dining room, or a dramatic entry foyer.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition. The textile remains exceptionally tight, structurally solid, and structurally sound throughout with no major tears, loose fraying, or fabric deterioration. The front exhibits a natural, light historic water stain arching across the upper central sky region as shown in the photographs; this organic patination blends seamlessly into the antique aesthetic and anchors its genuine vintage heritage. The deeply carved wooden frame is in excellent, rock-solid condition.

Origin:
France

Materials & Techniques:
Textile, Wood

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good antique condition. The textile remains exceptionally tight, structurally solid, and structurally sound throughout with no major tears, loose fraying, or fabric deterioration. The front exhibits a natural, light historic water stain arching across the upper central sky region as shown in the photographs; this organic patination blends seamlessly into the antique aesthetic and anchors its genuine vintage heritage. The deeply carved wooden frame is in excellent, rock-solid condition.