Perseus showing Gorgon's head to King Atlas. unknown c. 1650-1675 Tapestry Dimensions: H 9' x W 9'9" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Flemish Weaving Center: unknown Ownership History: French & Co. In garden with large urn on pedestal (L), King Atlas turns into stone as Perseus (R) approaches him with gorgon's head (UPR BRD) central cartouche flanked by festoons; (LWR BRD) addorsed dolphins flanked by festoons; (L & R BRD) parrots perched on urns, supported by tall pedestals decorated with winged half-figures & floral garlands French & Co. stock sheet missing from archive, H-99

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Photo credit: © piemags/GB24 / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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