47.7_01
Type
tapestry panel; cushion cover
Title
The Elders Brought Before Daniel
Date
circa 1600
Materials
wool (warps), wool (wefts), silk (wefts), 8-9 warp threads per cm, 3 ply S
Place
England, London (possibly) (place of manufacture)
Description
Wool tapestry cushion cover depicting part of the biblical story of Susanna. Here the Elders are brought before Daniel, seen enthroned in the central panel with the Elders in front of him. There is a border of hunting scenes. Part of the Burrell Collection.
Category
TEXTILES
Measurements
overall: 485 mm x 490 mm