{"product_id":"european-heraldic-tapestry-c-midcentury","title":"The Invicta Tapestry, European Heraldic Wall Textile with Lion \u0026 Horse Crest, Large Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge-Scale Woven Textile with Lion \u0026amp; Horse Crest | c. 1960s–1970s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA commanding and richly detailed vintage heraldic tapestry, designed to anchor a space with depth, symbolism, and Old World presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis large-format woven textile draws from classical European heraldry, featuring a crowned coat of arms supported by a lion and horse—traditional “supporter” figures long associated with nobility, strength, and lineage. The composition is set against a deep field of repeating fleur-de-lis, framed by an ornate border of diamond medallions in warm red and olive tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt its base, a Latin banner reads \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sola Virtus Invicta”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—“Only virtue is invincible”—adding a poetic and philosophical dimension to the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoven in a cotton\/linen jacquard blend, the tapestry reflects the mid-20th century European revival of Gothic and heraldic design, most commonly produced in Belgian and French weaving houses. The pattern language and structure echo earlier Burgundian and French textile traditions, reinterpreted for estate interiors, libraries, and gentleman’s studies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a piece that feels both historic and highly livable—equally at home in a layered, collected interior or as a singular statement on a quiet wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 72 in (H) × 54 in (W)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Woven cotton\/linen jacquard textile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Likely Belgium or France\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Circa 1960s–1970s\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent vintage condition with rich, saturated coloration and minor softening consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHanging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Currently displayed on a decorative rod; ready to hang or mount as desired\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the kind of piece that instantly elevates a room—bringing weight, narrative, and a sense of collected history. The scale alone makes it impactful, but it’s the layering of symbolism, pattern, and texture that gives it lasting presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether styled behind a console, in a study, or as a focal point in a living space, it creates an atmosphere that feels intentional, grounded, and deeply considered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFrom The Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Is Home Studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we curate pieces that transform a house into a lived-in work of art. This tapestry is more than décor—it’s a statement of heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"This Is Home Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63552645759345,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/9075\/5953\/files\/tapestryeuropean.png?v=1777909462","url":"https:\/\/thisishomestudio.com\/products\/european-heraldic-tapestry-c-midcentury","provider":"This Is Home Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}