How museum experts mount a massive 29-foot seventeenth-century masterpiece for public display
In short: Go behind the scenes with the team at The Met as they prepare a historic textile for a major upcoming exhibition. This look at the installation process reveals the specialized care required to handle a delicate, oversized artifact from the seventeenth century.
The video highlights the technical challenges faced by textile conservators and handlers tasked with installing a 29-foot carpet. This specific piece is a centerpiece for a dedicated showcase of Savonnerie works commissioned during the reign of Louis XIV.
The exhibition, which focuses on these royal floor coverings, is scheduled to run from September 8, 2026, through March 5, 2028. Watching the installation process provides insight into the logistical precision needed to safely display such large-scale historical objects.
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