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103 X 251cm 17th Century Flemish Tapestry
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103 X 251cm 17th Century Flemish Tapestry

17th century
Sold 10 September 2025 · James Cohen Antique Carpets
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A finely woven wool and silk tapestry from circa 1620 of two angels, one in the foreground with finger raised, possibly delivering news of an important birth(!) and a second one in the background looking of its shoulder as it departs. Beautiful, soft colours and amazing drawing- just look at the details of the hair or the feathers in the wings. Professionally lined and conserved, ready for hanging in your hallway or stairway.

3'4" x 8'7"

Price includes VAT

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this 17th Century Flemish Tapestry to the Before 1700 period.

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Height
251cm (98.82")
Width
103cm (40.55")
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SA1047464
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My lifelong passion is for the most beautiful handwoven, antique rugs, carpets and textiles made by mankind. Feel free to chat to me at any time, with any questions you may have about cleaning or repairs, sourcing a specific size or colour combination, I'm here to help.

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A finely woven wool and silk tapestry from circa 1620 of two angels, one in the foreground with finger raised, possibly delivering news of an important birth(!) and a second one in the background looking of its shoulder as it departs.
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Beautiful, soft colours and amazing drawing- just look at the details of the hair or the feathers in the wings.
James Cohen Antique Carpets

Professionally lined and conserved, ready for hanging in your hallway or stairway.

3'4" x 8'7"

Price includes VAT

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this 17th Century Flemish Tapestry to the Before 1700 period.

Height
251cm (98.82")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1047464
James Cohen Antique Carpets
James Cohen Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2021

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles 16th-19th centuries

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A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

103 X 251cm 17th Century Flemish Tapestry

Archive II A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs. View II
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Archive IV A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs. View IV
Archive V A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs. View V
Archive VI A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs. View VI
Archive VII A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs. View VII
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James Cohen Antique Carpets

James Cohen Antique Carpets
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Verified Since Feb 2021
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A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs.
103 x 251cm 17th century Flemish Tapestry
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A vertical seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry depicting a figurative scene with muted earth tones and traditional woven motifs.
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  • ObjectWall Tapestries
  • Period17th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialWool, Silk, Linen
  • ColourMuted Multi-colour
  • MotifsFigurative narrative, Landscape background, Period costume, Naturalistic foliage
  • SizeH 251 cm (99 in) x W 103 cm (41 in)

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Seventeenth-century Flemish tapestries originated in the Low Countries, which were renowned as the premier centre of European textile weaving, producing intricate figurative and landscape panels for elite interiors.

These tapestries were traditionally handwoven on vertical or horizontal looms using a warp of strong linen or cotton and a weft of dyed wool and silk yarns, occasionally incorporating metallic threads of gold or silver.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hand-spun natural dye consistency, the weave density, the reverse side knotting technique, and the stylistic characteristics typical of seventeenth-century European textile workshops.

A large textile hanging can be mounted on a concealed wall batten or suspended from a decorative iron rod, serving as a textural focal point in a neutral room to balance modern minimalism with historical depth.

Preservation requires hanging the textile away from direct sunlight to prevent dye fading, avoiding direct weight tension by using a full-width support lining, and periodically vacuuming gently through a protective mesh screen.
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