Lot n° 221
Estimation :
3500 - 4000
EUR
Result without fees
Result
: 3 000EUR
Flemish tapestry, Oudenaarde - Lot 221
Flemish tapestry, Oudenaarde
circa 1600
Woven in wool and silk
H. 3.28 x W. 2.47 m
The tapestry depicts a gallant scene set in a wooded, architectural landscape. In the foreground, an elegant man, head uncovered and hand on his heart, introduces himself to a group of young women. One of them is holding a roll of paper. In the background, a group of musicians enliven the composition, while the presence of a couple seated at the foot of a tree echoes the future union of the young protagonists. Borders with motifs of female and male figures, vases of flowers and fruit, and architectural elements.
It retains its beautiful colors and original border.
It shows some wear in the silks and numerous old restorations
Probably reduced in height and width
Expert : Cabinet Alexandre Chevalier
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