Edmund Leighton Accolade Wall Tapestry Motifs & Patterns A modern translation of people

A modern translation of people of Africa in native garb

get captured in its antiquity and vibrancy

The aged appearance of this subtle design reflects the fact that it was inspired by an old Russian painting on wood

Barbara Mock uses warm rich tones to create beautiful pieces of art

Edmund Leighton Accolade Wall Tapestry Motifs & Patterns A modern translation of peopleBased on a classic painting by Edmund Blair Leighton entitled 'The Accolade'. It is one of his many paintings depicting the subject of chivalry and has been considered as one of his best known works. This scene depicts an accolade ceremony where one is bestowed the honor of knighthood. The brave knight dressed in a coat of chain mail armor kneels before the beautiful queen and is sworn in with the edge of a sword. An audience watches on to the right