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A Flemish Mythological Tapestry
Estimate: $6,000-$8,000
Sold
$7,500
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
A Flemish Mythological Tapestry
17th Century
depicting Hercules with the skin of the Nemean lion.
6 feet 11 inches x 6 feet 8 1/2 inches.
Property from the Private Collection of Merle Reskin
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Appearing in overall sturdy and ready to hang condition. Well conserved. The tapestry is cut down from a larger work and the border newer. Some fading as is to be expected for age. A few scattered sewn repairs and patches throughout, one more noticeable near the bottom of the female figure's clothes appears to incorporate a patch from another tapestry. With a linen backing and loops for hanging at the top. Additional images are available upon request.