Tapestry
1500-1525 (made)
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Tapestry of woven wool representing an enthroned king, surrounded by lavishly-dressed courtiers, and with a woman kneeling at his feet (possibly Esther and Ahasuerus). It is enclosed on all four sides by a scrolling floral border.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Woven wool tapestry |
| Brief description | Tapestry, 1500-1525, Flemish; Brussels, Court scene |
| Physical description | Tapestry of woven wool representing an enthroned king, surrounded by lavishly-dressed courtiers, and with a woman kneeling at his feet (possibly Esther and Ahasuerus). It is enclosed on all four sides by a scrolling floral border. |
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| Object history | Purchased from Senor Cavaletti of Madrid |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Literary reference | Book of Esther |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | 339-1866 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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