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17th Century Flemish Tapestry after Peter Paul Rubens

About the Item

Magnificent Flemish tapestry after the renown painting of Peter Paul Ruben's "Decius Mus preparing for Death," 1616-1617. Upon hearing his fate pronounced by the High Priest of Rome, Decius Mus receives his last rites and recites a prayer for death. Having impressive size and color palette and with beautiful representation of the subject matter.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 126 in (320.04 cm)Width: 150 in (381 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1680
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: P5131stDibs: LU107701840342
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