Tapestries Textiles, Linens Antiques
A valuable antique textile and linens is the hand woven art of tapestries. A tapestry is a woven piece of art that has the same level of detail and value as a fine painting. The typical production method is to have an artist paint a tapestry cartoon on a piece of cardboard. This is then passed to a master craftsman whom takes the cartoon and produces the woven tapestry. Tapestries were valuable in older times because they could just be rolled up and taken where needed, or brought out on special occasions. The tapestry could also have a family's coat of arms depicted and displayed where they were stationed or located.
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Collecting antique tapestries is likened to collecting fine art. The inherent hand made feature makes each work a one of a kind piece. Tapestries also have a value of being more portable when moving; or if wall space is limited, they can easily be stored and displayed on rotation. They are also more durable in handling than some pieces of art. All of this considered, tapestries also hold the same worth as paintings, with values based upon artist and craftsman.
The craftsmanship of tapestry production is also something to behold on its own. The skill and workmanship of producing a tapestry is a highly refined talent that put the craftsman on the same level as the artist in renown and reputation. Being able to reproduce the skill and grace of the paintbrush in a tapestry made the craftsman an important variable in pricing antique tapestries. The hobby of collecting tapestries is one that will bring much value and worth into your life. Admiring the skill and craftsmanship in the tapestry is a exciting proposition all in of itself.
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