Important Tapestry from the Felletin Manufactory - Lot 34

Important Tapestry from the Felletin Manufactory Creuse Region Near Aubusson Circa 1720–1735 Title: The Game of “Main Chaude” in a Pastoral Scene. Based on a design by one of Antoine Watteau’s followers, likely Nicolas Lancret or Jean-Baptiste Pater. In wool and silk. This original, vividly rendered scene evokes the rural amusements and games of the late 17th and early 18th centuries, which were later depicted by Jean-Baptiste Oudry around 1750 and by Jean-Baptiste Huet in the late 18th century. Remarkable movement in the group of figures (shepherdesses and shepherds) surrounded by lush vegetation, colored on the left side. Note the presence of two sheep on the right and the architecture of a garden temple. Border decorated with garlands of flowers and foliage intertwined with finely drawn, crenellated stems H_280 cm L_286 cm Restorations Braided tapestry Remarkably fresh colors In good condition, with restorations This original, well-rendered scene evokes the rural amusements and games of the late 17th and early 18th centuries, which were later depicted by Jean Baptiste Oudry around 1750 and by Jean Baptiste Huet in the late 18th century. Remarkable movement in the group of figures (shepherdesses and shepherds) surrounded by lush vegetation, depicted in color on the left side. Note the presence of two sheep on the right and the architecture of a garden temple. H_280 cm L_286 cm Remarkably fresh colors Good condition, with restorations and some damage Expert: Mr. Frank KASSAPIAN Expert: KASSAPIAN Frank