This striking medieval tapestry was inspired from an original woven in the 15th Century and now at the Cluny Museum in Paris. In the Middle Ages, tapestries were almost exclusively commissioned by the nobility, yet they often featured scenes from everyday life including peasant activities. This tapestry depicts the harvesting of grapes, and the pressing and treading into wine. The Noblewoman in the centre right is about to dip a flagon into the barrel of newly-made wine. The richly dressed couple on the left are inspecting the labours of the peasants whilst the lady tastes the first fruits of the vintage. 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: 70% cotton, 20% viscose, 10% polyester Finish on reverse: This tapestry is fully backed with luxury cotton lining incorporating a sleeve along the top for hanging purposes.