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The Croÿ Tapestry: Masterpiece of Protestant Unity and Dynastic Power
This week in Editor's Choice, we ask how the 1554 Croÿ Tapestry used textile art as political propaganda, projecting Protestant unity during the crucial Peace of Augsburg negotiations.
A 15th century 'wild men' tapestry
Each week, our editors pick a rug or textile for its beauty, relevance, important and/or artistry
Ben Evans · 3 min
Five rug and textile exhibitions for March
The upcoming month promises a rich lineup of rug and textile exhibitions. From must-see displays coming to a close to exciting new openings, here is our pick of five rug and textile shows to visit this March. 1. 'The Weaves of the Dragon – Chinese Carpets of the Imperial…
Ben Evans · 4 min
125 Years of De Wit
Read an abridged version of the HALI 204 book review of 'Tapestry Production & Conservation 125 Years of De Wit - Royal Manufacturers of Tapestry' by Maria Taboga and Nello Forti Grazzini. While highly technical content, it is always a pleasurable as well as an informative…
Thread of Time: A Tapestry Portrait of Napoleon The Bayeux Tapestry
In the early years of the 19th century, Napoleon Bonaparte sought to emulate his hero, William the Conqueror, by recreating the scenes of the Bayeux Tapestry through an invasion of Britain. As Ben Evans explains in HALI 204, circumstances changed, but the result was still a…
