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Month of May: Scene of May Day Festival

Gobelins Manufactory

Cleveland Museum of Art

Large rectangular tapestry with a colorful and ornate border. The border is primarily red and gold with a floral pattern. Inside the border, the tapestry depicts a lively outdoor scene. In the foreground, a man in a blue coat and red hat sits on a wooden platform or cart, pointing up at a tree. He is accompanied by a woman in a red dress. To the left, several people are gathered on the grass, including a woman in a blue dress sitting with a dog. In the background, numerous people are engaged in various activities, such as dancing and playing music. A tree with green leaves and red fruit is visible on the right side. The scene appears to be a festival or celebration. The color palette is vibrant, with shades of red, blue, green, and beige. The tapestry's color tone is warm and slightly faded.

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900 × 601 px
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