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A Flemish Tapestry Five-Panel Screen

About the Item

Each tapestry upholstered panel incorporating Flemish vertical tapestry fragments woven with foliate blossoms and sprays set in a later surround woven frame.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 69.25 in (175.9 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    The tapestry, late 17th/Early 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Very good antique condition with vivid colors. Reverse of panels with faded green wool. Some threading and fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Kittery Point, ME
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 7341stDibs: U1011298376264
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