This Belgian chenille tapestry features a pineapple as its main subject. The pineapple in the 18th century in Europe was considered a fruit representing the Orient. Discoveries of the Asian continent and culture by European explorers lead to a fascination with exoticism, as culture, fruit and art from the Orient were brought back to Europe. Pineapple farming and pineapples were among these aspects of Asian culture that was a delight. Here we see a delightful work with a pineapple as the center of attention.