Versailles Chateau Castle French Wall Tapestry William Morris A design by Jan van

A design by Jan van Huysum for the Duke of Mecklenburg circa 1740

this quiet contemporary landscape is woven of warm sky and cool earth

The detail of the petals and leaves and the subtle shading is masterfully executed

this design displays portraits of Julius Caesar

Versailles Chateau Castle French Wall Tapestry William Morris A design by Jan vanThis tapestry depicts a view of Versailles from the Avenue de Paris (c. 1662) as it looked prior to its expansion by Louis XIV. The design of this jacquard wall tapestry is inspired from a painting by Pierre Patel (1605 1676). This impressive view from Versailles' castle and gardens would be the oldest representation of the abode.