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Bacchus and Ariadne, early 18th Century mythological tapestry

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Bacchus and Ariadne, early 18th Century mythological tapestry
Flemish, early 18th Century
Width 428cm, depth 276cm, height 2cm

The tapestry is rectangular and is woven within a four-sided narrow golden frame pattern border. It depicts the god Bacchus (Dionysus) being pulled on his chariot by two cheetahs, surrounded by his followers. The story of Bacchus and Ariadne comes from the poems of Catullus and Ovid: in it, Ariadne has been abandoned on the island of Naxos by her lover Theseus. While she is alone on the island, the god Bacchus falls in love with her and turns her into the Northern Crown constellation (Corona Borealis). The story is the subject of a famous painting by Titian (1522-1523).

More Information

Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Tapestry, Gilt.
Creation Date:	Early 18th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	14308
Incollect Reference #:	618728

Dimensions

W.	168.5 in;	H.	0.79 in;	D.	108.66 in;
W.	428 cm;	H.	2 cm;	D.	276 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.