An elegant and vividly colored French wool tapestry dating to the second half of the 19th century, featuring an elegant Neoclassical floral composition combined with strapwork, drapery and other decorative elements. The rose coral background coloring was popular in the late 18th century, notably in the work of the Gobelins tapestry works of Paris, and it saw a revival through the second half of the 19th century, for both wall and upholstery tapestries. At just under 10' tall, this is a great accent piece for any wall or the end of a hallway. This format was most frequently used as a decorative hanging between a pair of windows. There is a pocket sewn into the top edge for a rod to run through- any slim curtain rod will work for hanging. Good antique condition, with artisanal irregularities, as made, and a few small spots of oxidation. Antique linen backing fabric has some staining that does not go through to the tapestry itself. H: 118 ½ W:41 ½ D: ¼