The Lion French Tapestry Cushion Cover | Medieval Tapestry Pillow Case

 

The Lion is a French jacquard tapestry panel. This piece is an extract from The Lady And The Unicorn series circa 1511. This piece is a companion to Licorne. The original set of 6 tapestries personify the five senses, the sixth commonly considered to be a declaration of love. Commissioned by Jean Leviste and woven by Willem de Pannemaker; now on exhibit in the Cluny Museum in Paris. This piece features the millefleurs background so prevalent in medieval tapestries.

The Lion French Tapestry Cushion Cover