Tapestry from Hermann Goering Carinhall

Among the many forms of art that captivated Hermann Goering, tapestries held a special place in his personal collection. These textile masterpieces, rich in history and symbolism, were chosen not only for their decorative beauty but also for their ability to evoke solemn atmospheres and complex narratives. Goering used them to adorn the interiors of Carinhall, his countryside residence, which he transformed into a true palace-museum. The tapestries, often of Flemish, French, or Italian origin, depicted mythological, allegorical, and historical scenes, contributing to a visual setting reminiscent of European courts of the past. Their presence reflected a taste for grandeur and tradition, and revealed a desire to build a cultural identity through art. In an era marked by great transformation, Goering saw in tapestries not merely prestigious objects, but instruments for expressing a worldview shaped by order, beauty, and memory.
Doktor Lazarus Archaeologist, Historian, Collector, Independent Curator