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Early 17th Century Flemish Tapestry Panel Depicting Mercury

$5,682.39
£4,189.20
€4,800
CA$7,796.13
A$8,754.46
CHF 4,612.11
MX$108,360.79
NOK 57,101.27
SEK 54,362.86
DKK 36,522.93
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About the Item

A very fine tapestry panel, originally part of the top section of a border, depicting at its center the head of Mercury, the Roman God of Commerce. The winged head is flanked by a pair of serpents and by an array of fruits, in a manner similar to Flemish still life paintings.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 77.17 in (196 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silk,Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Early 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1600
  • Condition:
    Repaired: There are a few old, small rewoven areas which have discoloured over time and which can be clearly seen in the pictures. Wear consistent with age and use. There are some old rewoven areas.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Alberto Levi Gallery 005471stDibs: 1309239549227

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