46.82_01
Title
The Story of Troy: Diomedes and Ulysses at King Priam’s Court
Maker of the object
Coëtivy Master (active circa 1450-1485, French)
Materials
wool (warps), wool (wefts), silk (wefts), 7 warp threads per cm, 2 ply S
Place
Southern Netherlands, Burgundian Netherlands (place of manufacture)
Description
One of three tapestry fragments from the story of Troy, showing Diomedes and Ulysses at King Priam’s court. In the centre background is King Priam, seated on his throne, wearing an elaborate headdress. Diomedes and Ulysses have arrived at court to petition the return of their queen, Helen. The banners of text above (in French) and below (in Latin) narrate the story. Part of the Burrell Collection.
Measurements
overall: 4572 mm x 3733 mm
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