Antique tapestry, maritime allegory

Beautiful antique wall tapestry measuring 46 X 60 cm depicting a maritime allegory: two female figures in period clothing, surrounded by sailboats and flags. Soft, natural colors. The theme of this tapestry evokes the exchanges between nations and the sea—a symbolic theme often associated with the French Republic and the late 19th/early 20th century. The fringes add a lot of charm and character to this decorative piece.