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A FLEMISH ALLEGORICAL TAPESTRY 17TH CENTURY
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Description
A FLEMISH ALLEGORICAL TAPESTRY
FIRST HALF OF THE 17TH CENTURY, POSSIBLY AUDENARDE
Woven in wools, depicting the pastoral romance of 'Astree and Celadon', Les Amours d'Astrée et de Céladon by Honoré d'Urfé.
Cited as one of the most influential works of the 17th century, it is the story of the romance between a shepherd (Celadon) and shepherdess (Astrée) and their misadventures.
In good condition, with a single plain border and backed in linen.
HEIGHT: 176 cm (69¼")
WIDTH: 226 cm (89") -
More Information
Origin: Netherlands Period: Pre 18th Century Materials: Wool silk and linen Condition: Good. Has had conservation and is fully backed Creation Date: Early 17th century Styles / Movements: Louis XIII Dealer Reference #: 2853-2264 Incollect Reference #: 251024 -
Dimensions
W. 88.98 in; H. 69.29 in; W. 226 cm; H. 176 cm;
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