Large-leaf proscenium-verdure with soldiers holding banners. unknown c. 1550-1600 Tapestry Dimensions: H 11' x W 14'6" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Flemish Weaving Center: unknown Ownership History: French & Co. purchased from Mrs. H. I. Pratt 10/1/1943; "see stock sheet 76855" [SS 76650]. French & Co. purchased from Rosalie Sachs 12/2/43; sold to Mr. John Yeon 8/20/1957 [SS 76855]. Central plant with long pointed leaves flanked by 2 soldiers carrying banners in front of semi-circular balustrade with 4 large birds perched on top; greenery composed of wispy flowering plants a
Large-leaf proscenium-verdure with soldiers holding banners. unknown c. 1550-1600 Tapestry Dimensions: H 11' x W 14'6" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Flemish Weaving Center: unknown Ownership History: French & Co. purchased from Mrs. H. I. Pratt 10/1/1943; "see stock sheet 76855" [SS 76650]. French & Co. purchased from Rosalie Sachs 12/2/43; sold to Mr. John Yeon 8/20/1957 [SS 76855]. Central plant with long pointed leaves flanked by 2 soldiers carrying banners in front of semi-circular balustrade with 4 large birds perched on top; greenery composed of wispy flowering plants amidst large scrolling acanthus-like leaves inhabited by birds (L & R BRD) columns covered by foliage; (UPR & LWR BRD) garlands with foliage, fruit & flowers with pairs of small ornamental cartouches suspended from rings The 2 panels in the set are nearly identical. French & Co. stock sheet in archive, 76650-b French & Co. stock sheet in archive, 76855-b Related Works: Panels in set: GCPA 0184418-0184419, 0236815-0236816
Size: 9529px × 7704px
Photo credit: © piemags/GB24 / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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