Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Woven
Distinguishing marks
Judgment de Solomon D'apres Rubens Stamp on the back
Condition
Excellent
Date Period
about a century or more old
Size and dimensions of this item
18" by 14 inches
Weight
10 1bs ?
Long Description
This is a framed woven tapestry/needlepoint of King Solomon judging the two woman who layed claim to the baby that was alive. The piece is 18 by 14 in size which I haved owned for over 25 years. The back of the work is stamped Judgment De Solomon D'apres Ruben and has Eiffel (a picture of the Tower) Paris.
I would like to know if anyone knows anything about this type of art work which is definitely many years old.
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History
According to research
Peter Paul Rubens was born 1577 - died 1640
Born - Siegen, Westphalia (modern-day Germany)
Nationality - Belgian
His father owned a tapestry busness
Peter Paul Rubens was born 1577 - died 1640
Born - Siegen, Westphalia (modern-day Germany)
Nationality - Belgian
His father owned a tapestry busness
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For Sale?
No