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Curatorial Narrative The Tapisserie de Nancy by Achille Jubinal stands at the confluence of medieval tradition and Gothic Revival sensibility, its creation in 1838 marking a significant moment in the evolution of French tapestry. Jubinal’s technique is notable for its adherence to traditional methods, with each thread carefully woven to create an intricate, narrative-rich composition that defies the limitations of textile production. The subject matter, drawn from medieval lore and Christian iconography, assumes an almost hieratic quality, imbuing the work with an air of reverence and gravity. When enlarged to 45×44 feet, the tapestry’s palette exerts a commanding presence, its rich reds and blues dominating the spatial rhythm of any room in which it is installed. The gold accents, expertly woven to create a deep luminosity, seem to emanate an inner light that casts no harsh shadows but instead imbues the surrounding space with an