Edmund Leighton Accolade Wall Tapestry Motifs & Patterns Indulge in the beauty of

Indulge in the beauty of this piece as it evokes a sense of carefree joy to your surroundings

Scene shows hunters halting by the lake

How could anyone resist taking a rest in this peaceful retreat

A modern translation of people of Africa in native garb

enjoying a carefree day of fun in the sun

Edmund Leighton Accolade Wall Tapestry Motifs & Patterns Indulge in the beauty ofBased 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