47.19_01
Type
tapestry panel; cushion cover
Title
The Theological Virtues: Faith, Charity and Hope
Materials
wool (warps), wool (wefts), silk (wefts), 8-10 warp threads per cm, 2 ply S
Place
England, London (possibly) (place of manufacture)
Description
Wool tapestry banker, or long bench cushion cover, depicting the theological virtues of faith, charity and hope. The figures representing each virtue are positioned within a columnade in the central panel; a border of hunting scenes surrrounds them. Part of the Burrell Collection.
Measurements
overall: 540 mm x 990 mm
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