Arte International has launched its most ambitious collection to date, transforming the grandeur of historical European tapestries into contemporary wallcovering masterpieces. The new Les Tapisseries collection fuses traditional craftsmanship with modern interior design, bringing the opulent world of castle and manor house décor into today’s most discerning homes.
A Journey Through European Heritage
From the 14th to the 18th century, magnificent tapestries adorned the interiors of castles and manor houses across Europe. These hand-woven artworks depicted mythical scenes and everyday life among the traditional upper classes, bringing warmth and colour to grand rooms while serving as captivating conversation pieces for guests. This rich historical legacy forms the foundation of Arte’s latest collection.
The Les Tapisseries wallcovering collection extends Arte’s established Décors & Panoramiques range. Ten striking designs blend classical beauty with innovative production techniques. The collection comprises five repeating wallcoverings and five panoramic murals, each inspired by authentic, centuries-old tapestries reimagined for modern interiors.
Panoramic Masterpieces
Escapade: Natural Poetry
The Escapade panorama draws inspiration from a late-18th-century tapestry, evoking the atmosphere of a painted scene that invites viewers to wander and drift away. This dreamy natural landscape features a velvety-soft textile that heightens the sense of luxury and elegance. Available in two refined colourways (Cinnamon 97860 and Beige 97861), Escapade transforms walls into windows to another world.
Récolte des Fleurs: Pure Joy
Inspired by an antique Beauvais tapestry, the Récolte des Fleurs panoramic mural captures a lively scene where flower pickers celebrate life with infectious energy. Created on a parchment-like base, the design glows like a precious artefact that has gracefully withstood the test of time. This panoramic wallcovering radiates warmth and vitality in two distinctive colourways: Morning Light (97881) and Sunset Gold (97880).
Bucolique: Swan Serenity
The Bucolique design transports viewers to a serene 17th-century pastoral scene featuring two elegant swans. This panoramic composition is rendered on richly textured textile, providing the tactile presence and depth reminiscent of authentic wall tapestries. The design captures idyllic countryside living in two sophisticated colourways: Forest Green (97850) and Winter Walk (97851).
Floraison: Framed Elegance
With its ornate frame, Floraison recalls the character of a classical painting while drawing from an original 18th-century Aubusson tapestry. This composition draws viewers almost irresistibly into the scene, printed on a parchment-like base that emphasises the authentic feeling of the original artwork. The mural wallcovering appears in two elegant options: Red Foliage (97870) and Antique Gold (97871).
Repeating Designs for Contemporary Spaces
Brocade: Early Century Refinement
The Brocade wallcovering derives from an early 20th-century textile, featuring a refined motif rich in detail and texture. Revived on luxurious jacquard fabric, it preserves the grandeur and elegance of the original pattern. The sophisticated design works beautifully in luxurious bedrooms and intimate spaces, available in three distinguished colourways: Vermilion (97840), Amber (97841), and Peacock (97842).
Ornement: Embroidery Excellence
The abstract floral richness of the Ornement wallcovering captivates through its exceptional cross-stitch embroidery interpretation. This beautiful reimagining of an 18th-century tapestry comes to life on luxurious, ultra-soft velour. The design appears in three refined colourways: Ochre (97890), Russet (97891), and Cloth (97892).
Bouquet: Museum Quality
This beautiful décor takes its name from its floral motif and follows a historic tapestry from the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The design comes to life on slightly textured textile, whose airy, open weave lends the composition a calming appearance. Bouquet appears in three sophisticated colourways: Emerald (97910), Teal (97911), and Bister (97912).
Collines: Aubusson Heritage
The Collines wallcovering draws inspiration from an authentic 18th-century tapestry from Aubusson, one of France’s most celebrated tapestry-making centres. Its abstract botanical motif is distinctly timeless, making it perfectly suited to contemporary interiors while preserving the charm of its historic origins. Three elegant colourways: Indigo (97900), Garance (97901), and Sepia (97902).
Ramage: Japanese Grace
In textile design terminology, a ramage denotes a motif of branches and flowers. An apt name for this Japanese-style wallcovering where birds of paradise hide playfully among lush foliage. The luxurious jacquard textile lends the composition classical elegance. Three beautiful colourways: Spicy Beige (97830), Honey Cream (97831), and Blue Straw (97832).
Production Excellence
Arte’s approach to the Les Tapisseries collection preserves historical artistry while embracing contemporary production methods. Each design undergoes meticulous development to ensure that the essence of the original tapestries is maintained while adapting them for modern wallcovering applications.
The collection features various textile techniques, from jacquard weaving to velour finishes, each chosen specifically to enhance the authentic feel of the original tapestries. The parchment-like bases used in several designs add to the aged, precious quality that makes these wallcoverings feel like genuine historical artefacts.
Design Applications
The Les Tapisseries collection offers remarkable versatility for contemporary interior design projects. The panoramic murals create dramatic focal points perfect for feature walls in living rooms, dining areas, or master bedrooms. The repeating patterns provide sophisticated backdrop options for entire rooms or more subtle accent applications.
Interior designers can utilise these wallcoverings to create spaces that bridge historical grandeur with modern luxury. Perfect for clients who appreciate heritage craftsmanship but require contemporary functionality, similar to the approach seen in contemporary luxury transformations.
The range of colourways within each design ensures compatibility with various colour schemes. From the forest greens of Bucolique to the warm golds of Récolte des Fleurs, each palette has been selected for modern sophistication.
Technical Specifications
The Les Tapisseries collection demonstrates Arte’s commitment to technical excellence through its varied textile applications. The use of jacquard fabrics, velour finishes, and textured bases ensures that each design captures both the visual appeal and tactile experience of historical tapestries.
The parchment-like bases used in Récolte des Fleurs and Floraison add an authentic aged quality. This enhances the historical connection while providing excellent print quality for the intricate details of the original tapestries.
Availability and Information
As an extension of Arte’s established Décors & Panoramiques collection, Les Tapisseries targets the luxury interior design market. The collection’s sophisticated colour palettes make it suitable for high-end residential projects, luxury hotels, and premium commercial spaces.
The wallcoverings are available through Arte’s international network of authorised dealers and design professionals.
This collection offers interior designers and homeowners the opportunity to incorporate genuine European artistic heritage into modern living spaces. The ten designs provide comprehensive options for various interior applications, ensuring that the grandeur of historical tapestries can enhance contemporary homes with the same impact they once brought to European castles centuries ago, creating spaces worthy of inclusion in luxury gift guides and premium interior collections.
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