46.51_01
Type
tapestry fragment
Title
Armorial Tapestry of Beaufort, Turenne and Comminges
Date
circa 1350-1395
Materials
wool (warps), wool (wefts)
Place
France, Paris (probably) (place of manufacture) or France, Artois, Arras (possibly) (place of manufacture)
Description
Fragment of a heraldic tapestry entitled 'Armorial tapestry of Beaufort, Turenne and Comminges'. Design on a dark blue ground with diamond shapes formed by pointed battlements topped by angels holding crowns, enclosing various beasts - deer, lions, elephants and unicorns, who bear the shields.Part of the Burrell Collection.
Category
TEXTILES
Measurements
overall: 2370 mm x 1670 mm 7000 g (approx. wt)