28th Sep, 2023 9:30
The September Fine Art & Antiques Auction
Machine tapestry reproduction of Edward Burne-Jones's The Quest for the Holy Grail and two smaller machine tapestries of similar style.
The largest machine tapestry reproduction titled The Quest for the Holy Grail is made in Belgium. It is 42% viscose, 52% acryl, 3% polyester and 3% nylon, measuring 53 cm x 74 cm.
The original tapestry was designed by Edward Burne-Jones and woven by Morris & Co. in 1895-96. It is one of six panels illustrating the story of the Holy Grail, representing the arming and departure of the knights of the round table.
The pair of smaller machine tapestries are also made in Belgium. They are both 100% cotton and measure 24 cm x 18 cm.
All three tapestries are made by the Belgian company Metrax.
Sold for £130
Machine tapestry reproduction of Edward Burne-Jones's The Quest for the Holy Grail and two smaller machine tapestries of similar style.
The largest machine tapestry reproduction titled The Quest for the Holy Grail is made in Belgium. It is 42% viscose, 52% acryl, 3% polyester and 3% nylon, measuring 53 cm x 74 cm.
The original tapestry was designed by Edward Burne-Jones and woven by Morris & Co. in 1895-96. It is one of six panels illustrating the story of the Holy Grail, representing the arming and departure of the knights of the round table.
The pair of smaller machine tapestries are also made in Belgium. They are both 100% cotton and measure 24 cm x 18 cm.
All three tapestries are made by the Belgian company Metrax.
