Two decorative portières cherubim. unknown c. 1680 Tapestry Dimensions: H 8'10" x W 6'6" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Flemish Weaving Center: Brussels Ownership History: French & Co. (on behalf of Mr. Milton [Samuels)?) purchased from Leyman Corporation 8/10/1964 [or 8/14/1964]; sold to Jean & S. Mikaeloff 2/26/1965. Portière with garland of foliage, flowers & fruit, supported by cherubim (BRD) 2 stylized C-shaped designs interspersed with ball; (UPR BRD, left tapestry) scallop shell Originally 1 tapestry, this was cut to form a pair, with both panels enclosed in narrow mode
Two decorative portières cherubim. unknown c. 1680 Tapestry Dimensions: H 8'10" x W 6'6" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: Flemish Weaving Center: Brussels Ownership History: French & Co. (on behalf of Mr. Milton [Samuels)?) purchased from Leyman Corporation 8/10/1964 [or 8/14/1964]; sold to Jean & S. Mikaeloff 2/26/1965. Portière with garland of foliage, flowers & fruit, supported by cherubim (BRD) 2 stylized C-shaped designs interspersed with ball; (UPR BRD, left tapestry) scallop shell Originally 1 tapestry, this was cut to form a pair, with both panels enclosed in narrow modern borders. Possibly a Spanish copy (Campbell). French & Co. stock sheet in archive, H-100-x
Size: 9650px × 7750px
Photo credit: © piemags/GB24 / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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