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A beautifully preserved matching pair of antique French woven silk tapestries by the legendary Neyret Frères weavers of Saint-Étienne, France.
Piece 1 (Romeo and Juliet): Features the iconic balcony scene based on the painting by Austrian artist Hans Makart, measuring 16.5” x 11” framed.
Piece 2 (Renaissance Portrait): Depicts an intimate embrace of a young period couple framed by an intricate Art Nouveau tulip and pomegranate border, measuring 8” x 8” framed.
Color Accents: Features rare, subtle color undertones (skin tones and garment details) indicative of premium factory "shot silk" or fine period hand-tinting from the reverse side.
Condition: Exceptional antique condition with bright silk luster, no dry-rotting, and no heavy fraying.
Framing: Professionally mounted behind glass in clean frames with contrasting matting.