The taste for tapestries continued until the end of the 18th century and disappeared along with the rare, austere and dark furniture they framed.
Tapestry makers competed with the taste for paintings, which was more cultured and profound, an aspect that had no place in the minds of men of arms. In the 15th century, tapestries were the only decorations on walls. The fact that they were considered “mobile frescoes” and often followed their owners on long and dangerous journeys means that today they are rare and sought-after items.
