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Flemish 16th Century

2 works

This is a tapestry of a landscape with castles, trees, and various people and animals. It depicts an outdoor scene where people are dressed in elaborate clothing in shades of red, tan, and dark blue, including long dresses with draping sleeves, tunics with puffed sleeves, and feathered hats and caps. In the background, the landscape is dotted with green trees bearing fruit, and some people are engaging in what appears to be a harvest, using curved gray objects to slice the limbs from bare trees. To the right, a person on horseback looks on, watching them. Closer to us, near the bottom left corner, is a large table with dishes and plates, possibly signifying a feast, surrounded by more people. In the distance there are three buildings with spires and turrets typical of a castle.

The Return from the Hunt

Flemish 16th Century

The sculpture depicts a small group of cherubic figures. There are three child-like figures intertwined, all with distinctive curly hair. One figure is positioned centrally and slightly reclined, while the other two seem to be leaning over or supporting the central one. The sculpture is crafted from a dark material, likely bronze, giving it a rich, dark brown color with a shiny, polished surface that reveals the details of the figures’ hair, faces, and limbs. The texture of the material reflects light, highlighting the contours of the figures. The small size of the sculpture suggests it could easily fit within the palm of a hand, making it appear intimate and detailed when viewed up close.

Three Cupids

Flemish 16th Century