A large Aubusson Wall Tapestry

A large Aubusson tapestry depicting a coat of arms with the insignia of the 'Order of the Garter', with its motto "Honi Soit Qui Mal y Pense". The second motto, written on the ribbon below the coat of arms belongs to William III of the Netherlands. It reads "Je Main Tien Dray". Both mottos pertain to the Dutch house of Prince William V of Orange and Nassau. The tapestry is complete with allegories, surrounded by garlands of flowers, flags and is framed by a laurel leaf pattern border. Area of Paris, circa 1960.