Continental Verdure Tapestry w/ Castle Scene, Europe, 17th Century

A magnificent Continental verdure tapestry from the 17th or 18th century, depicting a lush tree and flower-filled landscape with a cascading waterfall and stream in the foreground, framed by towering trees and exotic foliage, with a large stone castle or mill building visible in the background. The palette is rich and complex, ranging from deep cobalt and teal blues through warm ochres, soft pinks, and earthy browns. The weaving is highly detailed and expressive, with the foliage, water, and stonework rendered with considerable skill and naturalism. Likely a fragment of a much larger tapestry, the piece is in great condition and is mounted on two thin boards that fold together for storage or display, and can equally be mounted flat on a wall as a stunning statement work of textile art.