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A Flemish 'Game park' tapestry, probably Audenarde, c. 331 x 177 cm, mid 16th century.

Estimate
100 000 - 125 000 SEK
8 950 - 11 200 EUR
9 160 - 11 400 USD
Hammer price
105 000 SEK
Purchasing info
For condition report contact specialist
Christopher Stålhandske
Stockholm
Christopher Stålhandske
Head Specialist Carpets, textiles and Islamic works of art
+46 (0)708 19 12 58
A Flemish 'Game park' tapestry, probably Audenarde, c. 331 x 177 cm, mid 16th century.

A polychrome landscape with a large 'Pugnae Ferarum' (‘Combat of the Wild Animals’) pattern depicting a griffin and other mythological creatures. In the background there are scenes with people, a faun, and a castle by a stream. Wool and silk. Lined.

Provenance

Bukowskis Auctions, the Autumn Classical Sale 2014, Stockholm 583, lot number 956.

More information

Compare with Christie's, New York, '500 Years: Decorative Arts Europe, Including Oriental Carpets,' 2010 lot number 461