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Antique 16th Century Brussels Baroque Mythological Tapestry with Angel

$60,000
£45,352.57
€52,118.16
CA$83,549.63
A$92,945.54
CHF 48,723.22
MX$1,135,771.82
NOK 620,429.38
SEK 584,048.43
DKK 389,042.28
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About the Item

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 Baroque Brussels Mythological Tapestry with angel measures 9.1 x 6.5 ft. The colors and figures are exquisite as are the floral details on the border. Kindly note that the figure in the foreground was restored before we acquired the piece. Provenance: Christie's Auction House, New York, NY in 1993
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 109 in (276.86 cm)Width: 77 in (195.58 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Tapestry,Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1500-1599
  • Condition:
    Rewoven. Wear consistent with age and use. Kindly note that the figure in the foreground was restored. Please refer to images for details.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T1861stDibs: LU5138118191241

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