Lot 584
A large tapestry depicting the Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Textile, polychrome tapestry weave. Bacchus and Ariadne seated in a chariot drawn by two big cats, surrounded by putti and a Bacchic retinue; to the right, probably Silenus riding an ass. Wooded landscape with architecture in the distance. Four-sided border with flowers, fruit, birds and scrolling ornament; integral black outer border. Wear consistent with age and use. Occasional fibre losses and loose or open slits, in places exposing the warp threads. Several pale stitches and thread remnants. The reverse fitted along the upper edge with a pale fabric strip and a broad strip of non-woven material; the fabric strip partly detached at one corner. Metal suspension rings attached at the edges. Dimensions approximately 252 × 327 cm.Condition: II - III Questions about the lot?
