Royal Windsor tapestry happens to be one of those tapestries that grew under the patronage of the English royal family. It was established by a two Frenchmen namely, Marcel Brignolas and Henri C. J. Henry in the year 1876. The tapestry mainly employed French workers who had left France after the French Revolution. These workers mainly worked on a variety of color scheme based on the Aubusson theme.

The tapestries produced in the Royal Windsor tapestry were known for its magnificent design and detailed work. The subjects of the tapestries were usually based on the images of Queen Victoria, and various battles and events glorifying the English heroism and culture.

The tapestry began to decline during 1884 when its main patron Prince Leopard died. Various changes in the socio economic conditions of the world forced workers to migrate to America where the business was flourishing. However the work of the Royal Windsor tapestry is legendary. Famous work including scenes from Shakespeare’s Mid summer’s night dream can still be seen in the Buckingham Palace.

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