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Bacchanale d’Enfants avec une chèvre Antique Tapestry

Offered by: Boccara Gallery

Description
This charming late-17th-century English tapestry—from the renowned Mortlake workshop—depicts a lively bacchanale of children gathered in a lush landscape. A group of putti weave flowers, crown a small goat, and play among blooming foliage, echoing models by François Duquesnoy and Charles Le Brun that greatly influenced European decorative arts of the period.
Set before a serene lake and fortified architecture, the scene is framed by a colorful border of garlands, musical instruments, and symbols of abundance. The tapestry retains beautifully fresh tones and remains in good overall condition, with only minor wear typical for silk of this age. A delightful example of English Baroque weaving, it captures the grace, humor, and pastoral imagination that defined Mortlake’s finest tapestries.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Wool and Silk (wool warp, wool and silk weft)
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Traditional
Patterns:	Florals/Botanical, Handmade, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	845243

Dimensions

W.	122 in;	H.	89 in;
W.	309.88 cm;	H.	226.06 cm;

Message from Seller:

Boccara Gallery is a leading international gallery specializing in prestigious modern and antique tapestries and artistic rugs, with a curated selection of works by 20th-century masters such as Alexander Calder, Sonia Delaunay, Man Ray, and Victor Vasarely. We are proud to announce our upcoming exhibition, Man Ray: Revolving Doors Tapestries, the first U.S. presentation of his historic textile series. The show will be on view November 5 to December 20, 2025 at our Midtown Manhattan gallery.