Angers Apocalypse
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The Angers Apocalypse is a significant tapestry from the 14th century, created in Paris by Nicolas Bataille for the duke of Anjou, beginning in 1377. This monumental work was originally composed of seven tapestries, each measuring about 16.5 feet high and 80 feet long. Based on designs by Jean de Bandol, only 67 of the original 105 scenes survive today. The tapestry depicts scenes from the Book of Revelation. The 14th century saw tapestry production firmly established in western Europe, with Paris and Flanders as leading centers. While surviving examples are rare, the Angers Apocalypse stands out as a prime example of Parisian weaving artistry.1
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tapestryTechniques…such works as the 14th-century Angers Apocalypse tapestry was about 10 to 12 threads to the inch (5 to the centimetre). By the 16th century the tapestry grain had gradually become finer as tapestry more closely imitated painting. Known for the regularity and distinctness of its tapestries, the royal French…
Read More…such works as the 14th-century Angers Apocalypse tapestry was about 10 to 12 threads to the inch (5 to the centimetre). By the 16th century the tapestry grain had gradually become finer as tapestry more closely imitated painting. Known for the regularity and distinctness of its tapestries, the royal French…
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…their art is the famous Angers Apocalypse, which was begun in 1377 for the duke of Anjou by Nicolas Bataille (flourished c. 1363–1400). This monumental set originally included seven tapestries, each measuring approximately 16.5 feet in height by 80 feet in length (5.03 by 24.38 metres). Based on cartoons drawn…
Read More…their art is the famous Angers Apocalypse, which was begun in 1377 for the duke of Anjou by Nicolas Bataille (flourished c. 1363–1400). This monumental set originally included seven tapestries, each measuring approximately 16.5 feet in height by 80 feet in length (5.03 by 24.38 metres). Based on cartoons drawn…
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