The natural world is on display at Galerie Diurne

Wild and exotic creatures; from all ages; from the imaginary or the real world, adventures. From bedcovers to tapestries, cave art to decorative art, wild beasts and their pelts have been with us from time immemorial.

Early twentieth century exoticism, Art Nouveau, ethnic inspiration – perceptions change but the fascination remains. In its quest for timeless decoration Galerie Diurne has reworked a great classic in this new exhibition.

The great difference here is that the raw pelts and silk. An ode to grandiose nature, the exhibited works are remarkable; witness the centrepiece of two majestic Tibetan tigers sharing a wool and silk Aubusson tapestry. Rendered in weaves of up to 350 000 knots per square metre (35 000 knots per square foot), the big cats purr contentedly and the tortoise lumbers in characteristic tranquillity.

Photos Credit : Julien Auron