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Early 18th Century French Mythological Tapestry, with Father Time and Minerva

$31,995
$39,99520% Off
£24,206.41
£30,258.9620% Off
€27,937.95
€34,923.5320% Off
CA$44,688.11
CA$55,861.8820% Off
A$49,684.64
A$62,107.7520% Off
CHF 26,006.91
CHF 32,509.6620% Off
MX$609,365.71
MX$761,730.9420% Off
NOK 331,133.80
NOK 413,930.1920% Off
SEK 312,629.55
SEK 390,799.1520% Off
DKK 208,482.18
DKK 260,610.8820% Off
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About the Item

A French mythological tapestry from the early 18th century, depicting Father Time and Minerva flanking a seated female figure whom Minerva crowns with a laurel garland; a fountain in the upper left corner and formal gardens in the background. Measures: 9’6” H x 5’10” W. Enclosed by a scrolling strapwork and acanthus border. Wool with silk inlay. 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, we can add the appropriate size loops to accommodate your needs. We now have a large selection of antique tapestry rods available as well, which we can provide detail upon request.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 70 in (177.8 cm)Width: 114 in (289.56 cm)Depth: 0.05 in (1.27 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 18th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 262201stDibs: LU1201220334352

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