16th Century Spanish Ophrey with Metallic Thread and Deep Red Velvet

Antwerp, Netherlands ca. 1580 Attributed to Joost van Herzeele's workshop. 9'7" x 12'5" (292 x 378 cm)    

A magnificent Biblical tapestry in wool and silk likely made in the Flemish weaving center of Oudenaarde. With a history of tapestry production dating to 1368, the city created some of the finest tapestries of late Medieval and Renaissance Europe that were widely sought after across the continent. The 16th century...

A 16th century Brussels Historical Tapestry panel. This vertically oriented decorative tapestry panel depicts a scrolling foliate design, with a grotesque and a coat of arms at bottom, and with the top of a Roman column at top. The central area is enclosed within a narrow monochrome border. Wool with silk inlay. In very good condition for its age and weaving style, with minor wear, fading and losses, all typical for items of this age, composition, and weaving style. Hanging: The tapestry comes ready for hanging, with linen backing and a strip of hook and loop tape at the top end, which can be connected to the opposite side of the supplied hook and loop tape, which could be tacked to your wall. For those who prefer the use of a tapestry rod...

Tapestries were ubiquitous in the castles and churches of the late medieval and Renaissance eras. At a practical level, they provided a form of insulation and decoration that could be easily transported. In addition, the process of tapestry weaving, where every stitch is placed by hand, enabled the creation of complex figurative images on an enormous scale. This 16th century antique brussels tapestry...

Fine 17th century Baroque period silk and metallic thread embroidery panel. Excellent vibrant colors of bold burgundy, pale cream and beautiful, elegant teal with a border of textur...

Fine 17th century Baroque period silk and metallic thread embroidery panel. Excellent vibrant colors of bold burgundy, pale cream and beautiful, elegant teal with a border of textur...