Birth of Christ: Nativity and Adoration of Christ-child by shepherds . unknown c. 1525-1550 ? Tapestry Dimensions: H 3' x W 3'8" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Southern Netherlands Weaving Center: unknown Ownership History: French & Co. purchased from G. Burton McLean 8/2/1916; sold to Fakes, Bisbee & Robertson 1/23/1924. Before stable, Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, new-born Christ & angel; 2 men standing in doorway (=shepherds?); ox & ass nearby (L & R BRD) vines of oversize flowers tied with ribbons The whole tapestry has been extensively rewoven, particularly the 3 main figures
Birth of Christ: Nativity and Adoration of Christ-child by shepherds . unknown c. 1525-1550 ? Tapestry Dimensions: H 3' x W 3'8" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Southern Netherlands Weaving Center: unknown Ownership History: French & Co. purchased from G. Burton McLean 8/2/1916; sold to Fakes, Bisbee & Robertson 1/23/1924. Before stable, Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, new-born Christ & angel; 2 men standing in doorway (=shepherds?); ox & ass nearby (L & R BRD) vines of oversize flowers tied with ribbons The whole tapestry has been extensively rewoven, particularly the 3 main figures in the foreground. Top & bottom borders missing. French & Co. stock sheet in archive, 6037
Size: 9627px × 7678px
Photo credit: © piemags/GB24 / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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