This serene contemporary art tapestry sets the mood for relaxation.

When decorating a room, it is very important to set a goal for the overall feel or "character" of the room. Some rooms you want primarily for work, entertaining and relaxing. In order to achieve this overall feeling, you need to understand what evokes that feeling.

This art tapestry, for example, is all about relaxation. The soft earthy colors and the rippling water in the canal really bring a feeling of peace. Even though this piece is not an example of realism, you can still almost hear the water lapping at the sides of the canal and the gondola as it calmly makes its way down the canal.

Now, that is a relaxing scene, isn't it? This wall tapestry ideally should be hung in a room with warm earth tones, and would look spectacular in a room with simple, white furniture.

Afternoon in Venice measures 70 inches long by 26 inches wide.