Aubusson Tapestry of The Audience of the Chinese Emperor

Description:

Aubusson Tapestry of The Audience of the Chinese Emperor, cartoon after Jean-Joseph Dumons, after François Boucher, France, 19th century, wool and silk, depicting the Emperor crowned and seated in front of an elaborate tent structure, scene with a floral motif border on top and bottom and guard border on all sides, ht. 111, wd. 58 in.
From the Baltimore Museum of Art to benefit the acquisition fund.
Estimate $1,500-1,800

Good condition with very good color; silk highlights in good condition; missing side borders.


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