The Spanish Royal Tapestries

Name: The Spanish Royal Tapestries
Author: Albert Frederick Calvert

By Albert Frederick Calvert

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This survey outlines the art and history of tapestry weaving, defining tapestry as a weft-concealing fabric distinct from embroidery and explaining high-warp and low-warp techniques and their aesthetic consequences. It discusses materials, dyeing, workshop practice, and the decorative and utilitarian roles of hangings, traces the craft from ancient examples to later European manufactories such as Gobelins and Beauvais, and reviews royal holdings and notable series—including Burgundian commissions, the Tunis tapestries and designs by Goya—illustrated with numerous plates and chapters on production, patronage, and prominent workshops.

About the Author

Albert Frederick Calvert

Albert Frederick Calvert was a British author and historian known for his extensive writings on Spain and its cultural heritage. His notable works include "Bacon and Shakespeare" and "Impressions of Spain," where he explores the intersections of literature and history. Calvert's travel accounts, such as "Granada and the Alhambra" and "Madrid: an historical description and handbook of the Spanish capital," provide readers with rich insights into the architectural and historical significance of Spanish cities. Additionally, he ventured into topics beyond Spain, as seen in his work "Nigeria and its tin fields." His contributions reflect a deep appreciation for the historical narratives that shape cultural identities.