N A 36862 1244 часть 4 -- European art Европейская живопись

The tapestry presents a meticulously rendered landscape scene, dominated by lush vegetation and populated with avian subjects. The composition is structured around a central grouping of birds – two peacocks prominently displayed near a large urn – and extends into a receding vista of formal gardens and architectural elements.
Here we see an elaborate arrangement of foliage; trees with dense canopies frame the view, while flowering shrubs and meticulously detailed plants fill the foreground. The color palette is restrained, relying heavily on shades of blue, green, beige, and touches of red to create depth and texture. The use of light and shadow suggests a diffused natural illumination, contributing to an overall sense of tranquility and order.
The formal garden in the background reveals precisely manicured hedges, fountains, and what appears to be a classical building – a testament to human intervention within nature. This juxtaposition of wildness (the abundant flora) and cultivated design (the gardens and architecture) introduces a subtle tension within the work.
The peacocks themselves are rendered with considerable detail, their plumage meticulously depicted. Their presence suggests themes of pride, beauty, and perhaps even vanity – common symbolic associations for these birds in historical art. A smaller bird, positioned to the right, appears to be observing the scene, adding a touch of quiet curiosity.
A decorative border encloses the central image; it is composed of repeating floral motifs, reinforcing the theme of natural abundance and providing a visual frame for the narrative within. The overall effect is one of refined elegance and controlled composition – a carefully constructed vision of an idealized landscape.