The Lion & The Unicorn Shield Wall Tapestry Set

Enjoy an exclusive saving with The Lion & The Unicorn Shield Wall Tapestry Set. Featuring two beautifully crafted jacquard looms depicting both the Lion and Unicorn with Shield, these stunning wall hangings complement each other perfectly whilst offering an incredible feature in your home.

Lion & the Unicorn Wall Tapestry:

The Lion & Shield Wall Tapestry is an extract from The Lady & Unicorn Tapestries, crafted with precision by skilled Flemish weavers on a Jacquard loom using a delicate textured weave. These renowned tapestries are among the best-preserved examples from the Medieval era, with six currently on display at the Cluny Museum in Paris. They depict the senses of sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing, along with a sixth sense known as "To my only desire". The design was created in Paris and woven in Brussels around 1470 by the renowned weaver Williem de Pannemaker for Jean Le Viste, whose family hails from Lyon and served under King Charles VIII.

Unicorn & Shield Wall Tapestry:

The Unicorn & Shield Wall Tapestry is a selection from The Lady & Unicorn Tapestry collection. The Unicorn was renowned for its graceful form, dexterity, and morality. It was believed that only virgins could see the unicorn due to its rarity and elusiveness. Notably, the animal's horn was thought to possess the incredible ability to neutralise poison. Wine tainted with poison could be safely consumed from a unicorn's horn, and knife handles made from the substance would exude liquid if they came into contact with poisoned food. Naturally, such a coveted item would command a high price and was highly sought after by rulers and noblemen seeking protection from the frequent poisoning that occurred in the Middle Ages.

Please note this item incurs an additional delivery fee due to the nature and weight of the item.

• Delivery is direct from the supplier and may take up to 14 days.
• Please note that other purchases made in the same transaction will be delivered separately as per our normal delivery times.

Tapestry hanging rods can also be purchased separately (not included). Recommended sizes for each tapestry size can be found under 'Size Guide'.