The Orchard Loom Woven Tapestry - Requires Rod Size 2

Description

This tapestry is from an original by English artist and designer William Morris, and his associate Henry Dearle. William Morris … more This tapestry is from an original by English artist and designer William Morris, and his associate Henry Dearle. William Morris (1834-1896) is well-known as the founder of the firm of Morris & Company, whose workshops became established at Merton Abbey in Surrey. The original of The Orchard Tapestry was woven around 1890 by the Merton Abbey weavers, who designed the minor details themselves.
This beautiful tapestry is woven on a jacquard loom by skilled weavers, keeping alive the centuries old tradition of tapestry manufacturing from generation to generation. This tapestry is fully lined incorporating a sleeve along the top for hanging with a Hines hanging rod. Alternatively, this tapestry can be hung with a wooden batten which is a concealed method of hanging.
Composition: 80% cotton, 16% viscose, 4% polyester
Finish on reverse: This tapestry is fully backed with luxury cotton lining incorporating a sleeve along the top for hanging purposes. See Hanging Options below for more information. less