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Late 17th C. Franco-Flemish Biblical Tapestry Reconciliation of Jacob and Esau

$325,000
£244,759.71
€285,983.06
CA$460,470.74
A$462,515.10
CHF 268,179.19
MX$5,643,166.27
NOK 3,103,601.46
SEK 3,184,456.63
DKK 2,137,841.84

About the Item

This is a gorgeous antique Late 17th Century Franco-Flemish Biblical Tapestry depicting the Reconciliation of Jacob and Esau. The tapestry illustrates the Old Testament story of Jacob making peace with his twin brother Esau, many years after he had robbed Esau of his birthright. The reconciliation is set amongst a beautiful and rich scene of a countryside with lush trees and vegetation, countrymen, horses, cattle, and soldiers. Reference: The Reconciliation of Jacob and Esau by Flemish Artist Peter Paul Rubens measuring 42.50 x 40.30 cm and dated 1625-1628 in the Nation Gallery of Scotland. See last image. It measures: 9 x 15.5 ft. Provenance: Sotheby's Auction House, New York, NY in spring 1988
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 108 in (274.32 cm)Width: 185 in (469.9 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silk,Tapestry,Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Late 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1675-1699
  • Condition:
    Rewoven. Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T1091stDibs: LU5138120876092

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