Lot 140
  • 140

A Flemish Mythological Metamorphoses Tapestry Brussels, first quarter 18th century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Approximately: 387 by 263cm.
woven with group of female figures in foreground of landscape setting, flanked by trees and marble plinth supporting urn, all seated at edge of coursing river with brick bridge supporting walking couple with torch in foreground and further bridge in background, the hilltop in the distance perched with town and tower, lacking border, with later outer banded selvedge

Condition

In overall reasonable good condition. Minor tears to the background. Bright colors. Later borders and backing.
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