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A Pair of Historic C17th Flemish Tapestry Fragments (Price for the Pair)
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A Pair of Historic C17th Flemish Tapestry Fragments (Price for the Pair)

17th century
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A PAIR OF HISTORIC C17th FLEMISH TAPESTRY FRAGMENTS (Price for the Pair)

Finely woven, one depicts an allegorical female figure draped in golden robes with a blue mantle, holding a staff, accompanied by a putto with bow and quiver, likely symbolising Love. The scene is set against a rich ground of foliage, with patterned side borders featuring caryatid figures. The palette of soft blues, greens, ochres, and ivory reflects the characteristic natural dyes of the Flemish weaving centres during the 17th century. This fragment, originally part of a larger hanging, demonstrates the refined artistry of the period, where allegorical and mythological subjects were favoured for aristocratic interiors.

The second C17th Fragment depicts an enthroned allegorical figure beneath a canopy, flanked by attendants and framed with scrolling foliage. Once part of a larger allegorical piece, this surviving section retains strong historical interest and decorative presence.

Measurements: 72cm x 59cm

Provenance: The collection of Mr Nicholas Squire (1949-2024), Suffolk.

Condition: Some wear consistent with age. Colours remain warm and decorative.

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Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
59cm (23.23")
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Duke Antiques and Interiors has dated this 17th Century Flemish Tapestry Fragment to the 17th Century.

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A PAIR OF HISTORIC C17th FLEMISH TAPESTRY FRAGMENTS (Price for the Pair)
Finely woven, one depicts an allegorical female figure draped in golden robes with a blue mantle, holding a staff, accompanied by a putto with bow and quiver, likely symbolising Love.
Duke Antiques and Interiors

The scene is set against a rich ground of foliage, with patterned side borders featuring caryatid figures. The palette of soft blues, greens, ochres, and ivory reflects the characteristic natural dyes of the Flemish weaving centres during the 17th century. This fragment, originally part of a larger hanging, demonstrates the refined artistry of the period, where allegorical and mythological subjects were favoured for aristocratic interiors.

fig 1. A 17th-century Flemish tapestry fragment depicting a seated figure under an architectural canopy woven in blue, ochre, and cream tones.
fig 1. A Pair of Historic C17th Flemish Tapestry Fragments (Price for the Pair)

The second C17th Fragment depicts an enthroned allegorical figure beneath a canopy, flanked by attendants and framed with scrolling foliage. Once part of a larger allegorical piece, this surviving section retains strong historical interest and decorative presence.

Measurements: 72cm x 59cm

Provenance: The collection of Mr Nicholas Squire (1949-2024), Suffolk.

Condition: Some wear consistent with age. Colours remain warm and decorative.

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Duke Antiques and Interiors has dated this 17th Century Flemish Tapestry Fragment to the 17th Century.

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A 17th-century Flemish tapestry fragment depicting a seated figure under an architectural canopy woven in blue, ochre, and cream tones.
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Archive I A 17th-century Flemish tapestry fragment depicting a seated figure under an architectural canopy woven in blue, ochre, and cream tones.

A Pair of Historic C17th Flemish Tapestry Fragments (Price for the Pair)

Archive II A 17th-century Flemish tapestry fragment depicting a seated figure under an architectural canopy woven in blue, ochre, and cream tones. View II
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A 17th-century Flemish tapestry fragment depicting a seated figure under an architectural canopy woven in blue, ochre, and cream tones.
A PAIR OF HISTORIC C17th FLEMISH TAPESTRY FRAGMENTS (Price for the Pair)
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A 17th-century Flemish tapestry fragment depicting a seated figure under an architectural canopy woven in blue, ochre, and cream tones.
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Flemish tapestries of the seventeenth century are known for their complex compositions, fine hand-weaving techniques, and rich narrative themes ranging from biblical scenes to classical mythology and verdure landscapes.

Historical Flemish tapestries were hand-woven using a combination of dyed wool and silk threads mounted on linen or wool warp threads to create depth, colour variation, and durability.

Authentic fragments show irregular hand-spun yarns, natural dye fading, micro-wear consistent with age, and distinct weaving techniques on the reverse side, often cut from larger historical wall panels.

Tapestry fragments are frequently mounted behind UV-protective glass in modern custom frames, made into decorative cushion covers, or hung as standalone textural artwork on focal walls.

Antique textiles should be kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity, supported evenly when displayed, and cleaned only by professional textile conservators using gentle vacuuming through mesh screens.
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