The textile artist Frédérique Morrel sources tapestries from flea markets in France and 'revives' them into the form of animals and people.
Her vibrant sculptures address issues of consumerism and challenge preconceptions about tapestry through her transformation of discarded art work into something extraordinary.
Through her work, Morrel affects the destiny of these tapestries. She saves these forgotten embroideries from a dusty attic, alters their aesthetic and in doing so creates cherished pieces of art that regain their central place in the home. A new story is developed with each sculpture and the tapestries gain a new meaning whilst maintaining their history.
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