• Styled living room with an oversized tapestry displayed above the mid century modern sofa. The large vintage textile art acts as a statement piece wall decor, with its warm chocolate brown, caramel and beige colors and organic abstract design that resembles of trees / forest.
  • Full flat lay view of a vintage 1960s wall hanging. The design is a long horizontal abstract composition featuring organic round tree-shapes in a warm chocolate brown, soft caramel and beige velvet-like fabric.
  • Close-up of the right-side motif featuring radiating tree rings or stylized seed head patterns in harvest gold and chocolate brown. Graphic 1960s textile art.
  • Hand holding the tapestry edge to demonstrate the gentle shimmering and flexibility of the vintage moquette pile. Rich, velvety texture in warm earth tones.
  • Close-up of the tapestry's left section showing round, seed-head or tree motifs. Rich chocolate brown background with harvest gold and beige woven accents. Authentic 1960s graphic design.
  • Close-up of the tapestry's right section showing round shapes resembling of trees and two sleek, vertical shapes that reminds of oversized flowers. Rich chocolate brown background with warm caramel and beige woven accents. Authentic 1960s graphic design.
  • The tapestry folded over to reveal the smooth, beige woven backing contrasted with the thick, soft velvet-like pile on the front. Demonstrates the high-quality construction of vintage Hungarian industrial textile art.
  • The vintage brown tapestry folded to show both the plush moquette front and the sturdy beige woven reverse side. Highlights the durable construction of the mid century textile art.
  • Hand holding the folded edge of the tapestry, highlighting the substantial thickness of the double-layer woven moquette. Durable and heavy textile suitable for wall hanging or rug use.
  • Hand holding the tapestry fabric to demonstrate the extreme softness and flexibility of the vintage moquette pile. Rich, velvety texture in warm earth tones.
  • Macro detail of the moquette texture. Shows the fuzzy, soft pile of the fabric featuring geometric leaf patterns inside organic tree shapes. Warm, cozy vintage home decor.
  • Close-up of the lower corner showing a stylized geometric flower or seed head motif. Highlights the "Dandelion" style graphics typical of 1960s Hungarian Modernism woven into soft plush fabric.
  • Macro view of the corner fold, showing the raw serged edge and the tightly woven textile backing. Authentic vintage construction without rubber or glue layers.
  • Vintage 1960s textile art folded to demonstrate the pliable, soft nature of the wool-blend moquette fabric. The rich chocolate brown and harvest gold velvet pile contrasts with the clean, sturdy woven backing.
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The "Brown Forest" Mid-Century Modern Art Tapestry

The "Brown Forest" Mid-Century Modern Art Tapestry

$300.00 USD
$300.00 USD
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Surprise your interior with a warm, commanding presence of this striking mid-century modern tapestry. Dating back to the 1960s, this large-scale wall hanging bridges the gap between textile art and abstract painting. It features a bold, organic composition of stylized tree-like shapes and geometric "sunburst" totems that instantly evoke the era's fascination with brutalist nature and warm Nordic design.

The Object

Unlike flat woven kilims, this piece is crafted from moquette: a plush cotton and viscose blend with a velvety, dense pile. The texture gently catches the light, giving the warm chocolate brown, mellow caramel and muted beige tones a soothing depth. It is soft to the touch yet heavy enough to hang with perfect structure.

This wall hanging is an authentic "Emese" tapestry, a beloved icon of home decor proudly designed and produced in Hungary in 1960s and 70s. These tapestries were celebrated home decor staples, often featured in Hungary's premier home decoration magazines. Owning an "Emese" tapestry is owning a genuine piece of European design history.

Read the full story of these iconic mid century tapestries on my blog! 

The Facts

Era: 1960s (Mid-Century Modern)
Style: Organic Abstract / Soft Brutalist
Material: Cotton & Viscose blend (woven moquette fabric)

Dimensions

68 1/2" x 29 1/2" 
(174 cm x 75 cm)
Weight 2.3 lbs (1 kg)

Condition

Excellent vintage condition. Colors are vivid, with no fading. The pile is healthy and professionally deep cleaned, free of odors or major defects.

Curator's Note:

This large tapestry is a perfect alternative to framed art for an empty wall. It excels in minimalist or wood-heavy interiors, providing immediate warmth and acoustic softening to a room.

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As this is a genuine vintage piece, it carries the unique character of its past. The photographs shown are of the exact tapestry you will receive. I meticulously inspect and photograph each item to ensure you know precisely what you're purchasing. 

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Shipping

I personally inspect and securely pack every piece. Shipments leave my studio the same or next business day via FedEx or UPS.

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Delivery time

Typical delivery times:

USA
FedEx Priority Express: 2-3 business days

Europe, UK
FedEx, UPS: 3-4 business days
Post parcel: 2-5 business days

Canada, Japan, Australia
FedEx Priority: 2-4 business days
EMS (Express Post) for larger parcels / bulk orders: 1 week

PLEASE NOTE:
These delivery times are based on my real-life experiences, but can not be guaranteed.

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I encourage you to select your vintage treasures thoughtfully, as all sales are considered final. This means returns are generally not accepted.

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