Erasmus de Pannemaker, I
Pluto and Proserpina with Falconry
1590
Mythological narratives unfold across this richly woven Flemish tapestry combining classical subjects with contemporary pastimes. Intricate silk and wool construction demonstrates the technical mastery of Brussels workshops during their golden age.
- Medium
- Wool and silk, slit and double interlocking tapestry weave Warp: Count: 6 warps per cm; wool: S-ply of three Z-spun elements; diameters: 0.7–0.9 mm Weft; Count: varies from 19 to 60 wefts per cm; wool: S-ply of two Z-spun elements; diameters: 0.4–1.5 mm; silk; S-ply of two elements with no appreciable twist; paired elements with no appreciable twist; diameters: 0.3–1.0 mm
- Dimensions
- Spotted At
- Museum · Art Institute of Chicago
Spotted works by Erasmus de Pannemaker, I
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