Aubusson fragment,
Central France, c. 654 x 256 cm, mid-19th century, oversized tapestry with floral central medallions, star symbols and Latin banner with the invocation from the Litany of Loreto: “Queen conceived without original sin – holy mother”, the present tapestry was probably used on the occasion of the Marian feast day on 22 August (Feast of Queenship of Mary) in a liturgical setting, it is trimmed on top and must have once been twice its current size, entirely secured with old linen bands on the back. (MA)
23.03.2016 - 16:00
- Realized price: **
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EUR 5,625.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 4,500.-
Aubusson fragment,
Central France, c. 654 x 256 cm, mid-19th century, oversized tapestry with floral central medallions, star symbols and Latin banner with the invocation from the Litany of Loreto: “Queen conceived without original sin – holy mother”, the present tapestry was probably used on the occasion of the Marian feast day on 22 August (Feast of Queenship of Mary) in a liturgical setting, it is trimmed on top and must have once been twice its current size, entirely secured with old linen bands on the back. (MA)
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| Auction: | Oriental Carpets, Textiles and Tapestries |
| Auction type: | Saleroom auction |
| Date: | 23.03.2016 - 16:00 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 16.03. - 23.03.2016 |
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