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Savonnerie Panel: Spring with Coat of Arms, manufacturer Savonnerie Factory, France
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Savonnerie Panel: Spring with Coat of Arms, manufacturer Savonnerie Factory, France
491427 Savonnerie Panel: Spring with Coat of Arms, manufacturer Savonnerie Factory, France, before 1717 (Savonnerie knotted-pile (144 symmetrical rug knots per square inch), wool, hemp) by French School, (18th century); h:274.30 w:219.70 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Elegant Savonnerie furnishings were made for the kings of France and the royal family beginning in the 1600s. Colorful, sophisticated designs were woven in the Savonnerie knotted-pile technique, adopted from Turkish carpets. Painters often created large cartoons that weavers copied. The yellow ground was the colour preferred by Louis XIV (1638-1715). Suites of Savonnerie furnishings filled the anterooms outside the kings chambers where courtiers waited. They set the royal standard by providing luxurious elegance, sturdy furniture, and protection against cold drafts.This Savonnerie suite was ordered as a royal gift for the marriage of Isabella Maria de Merode to Count Francois Joseph Czernin in 1717. Their families coats-of-arms appear in the panel Spring. The furniture displays themes from Aesops Fables within Louis XIV architectural designs.
); John L. Severance Fund; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23253850
© John L. Severance Fund / Bridgeman Images
Aesops Fables Hanging Louis Xiv Style Merode Pastoral Spring Wall Hanging Czernin Knotted Pile
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This print showcases the exquisite Savonnerie Panel: Spring with Coat of Arms, manufactured by the renowned Savonnerie Factory in France. Dating back to before 1717, this masterpiece reflects the opulence and sophistication that characterized French royal furnishings during the 18th century. The vibrant colors and intricate designs woven using the Savonnerie knotted-pile technique are a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of French artisans. The yellow ground, favored by Louis XIV himself, adds a touch of regal splendor to this magnificent piece. Originally created as part of a suite ordered for a royal wedding in 1717, this panel features coats-of-arms belonging to Isabella Maria de Merode and Count Francois Joseph Czernin. It is adorned with themes from Aesop's Fables set within architectural designs inspired by Louis XIV's era. Savonnerie furnishings were not only visually stunning but also provided practical benefits such as sturdy construction and protection against cold drafts. They graced anterooms outside the chambers where courtiers waited, setting the standard for luxurious elegance. Now housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, this exceptional artwork offers viewers an opportunity to admire its historical significance and appreciate its timeless beauty. As we gaze upon it today, we are transported back in time to an era when artistry flourished under royal patronage.
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