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The Tapestry cartoon was purchased in 1984 in Sydney (Australia) imported by Sydney Antique dealer Charles Hirsch. I believe it came from his last ‘Flemish’ container.
It has been in our possession ever since. The colours have not changed to today.
Size is 2100mm x 2400 mm. The colours you see on the photo are like the original. Eleanor Keene (Sydney), who worked for Bonhams auction in London as a fabric specialist, has confirmed that this is a 18th century original tapestry cartoon.
It is a painting on linen with highlights on the cloth done in petit point needlework, which she considered to be unusual and very interesting, I have been told by Eleanor Keene.
Many famous artists, such as Rembrandt have painted cartoons prior to be made into tapestry by manufactures such as Gobelin and Aubusson.
This item is part of Brigitte and Karl’s private collection of Antiques and Collectables.
All sales are by private negotiation.
Call Brigitte on 02 9310 3007 to discuss.
