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Brussels Tapestry Fragment, Venus and Adonis with Cupid

Origin

Belgium

Period

18th Century

Materials

Woven wool and silk

Dimensions

W.	61 in;	H.	0.13 in;	D.	34 in;
W.	154.94 cm;	H.	0.33 cm;	D.	86.36 cm;

Condition

Good. Minor age puckering; presents beautifully.

Creation Date

circa 1710

Description

Brussels or Flemish tapestry fragment depicting the 'Death of Adonis' or 'Venus Mourning Adonis' with Venus (Aphrodite) holding the dying Adonis with Cupid and putto attributed to designer Jan van Orley, circa 1710 ; cut from a larger work circa 1930 when wool edge banded and silk backed with hanging rings.

Styles / Movements

Baroque, Rococo, Régence

Incollect Reference Number

373611