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Antique Large Mid-17th Century French Aubusson Historical Tapestry

$175,000
£133,079.78
€153,501.08
CA$245,142.98
A$274,363.43
CHF 143,260.53
MX$3,347,249.85
NOK 1,818,504.45
SEK 1,725,648.75
DKK 1,146,273.45
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This is a gorgeous antique late 17th Century French Aubusson historical tapestry depicting a beautiful and rich summer scene of a countryside with lush trees and vegetation, with a man of prominence pulled in a chariot by horses. The border features several different varieties of flowers and birds. The piece measures 9.2 x 13.10 ft. It is an exquisite piece in excellent condition and a classic example of a historical Flemish tapestry of this period. Provenance: Christie's Auction House, New York, NY in spring 1997
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 166 in (421.64 cm)Width: 110 in (279.4 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Tapestry,Wool,Hand-Knotted,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1625-1675
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Pristine/ Excellent.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T2781stDibs: LU5138124084802

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