Pomona Loom Woven Tapestry - Requires Rod Size 2

This tapestry is from an original by William Morris (1836-1896), the English artist and designer. William Morris (1834-1896) is well-known as the founder of the firm of Morris & Company, whose workshops became established at Merton Abbey in Surrey. The subject of the tapestry has an allegorical theme, with a figure named Pomona depicting the autumn season. Pomona is shown in a flowery field, holding a small branch in her hand, having gathered a lap full of apples in her tunic. The original tapestry was woven around 1890 and measures 310 x 200cm (102 x 66). This beautiful tapestry is woven on a jacquard loom by skilled weavers, keeping alive the centuries old tradition of tapestry manufacturing from generation to generation. This tapestry is fully lined incorporating a sleeve along the top for hanging with a Hines hanging rod. Alternatively, this tapestry can be hung with a wooden batten which is a concealed method of hanging. Composition: 80% cotton, 16% viscose, 4% polyester Finish on reverse: This tapestry is fully backed with luxury cotton lining incorporating a sleeve along the top for hanging purposes. See Hanging Options below for more information.