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Flemish tapestry. Series Story of Theseus. Theseus presents the head of the Minotaur to the King and Queen of Crete (Teseo presenta a los Reyes de Creta la cabeza del Minotauro). Seventh tapestry in the series. Model Anthonis Sallaert
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Flemish tapestry. Series Story of Theseus. Theseus presents the head of the Minotaur to the King and Queen of Crete (Teseo presenta a los Reyes de Creta la cabeza del Minotauro). Seventh tapestry in the series. Model Anthonis Sallaert
7207279 Flemish tapestry. Series Story of Theseus. Theseus presents the head of the Minotaur to the King and Queen of Crete (Teseo presenta a los Reyes de Creta la cabeza del Minotauro). Seventh tapestry in the series. Model Anthonis Sallaert. Manufacture Jan Raes the Younger, Brussels. Ca 1630. Fabric Silk and wool. by Sallaert, Antoine or Anthonis (c.1590-c.1658); 396x498 cm; Palacio Real de El Pardo, Pardo, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Size 396 x 498 cm. Location Royal Palace of El Pardo. Origin Collection of Philip IV. On display Upper Gallery, Patio de las Austrias. Palacio Real de El Pardo, Madrid, Spain); © Paul Maeyaert
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Anatomist Backcloth Comunidad De Madrid Cretan Crete Flemish Artist Internal Anatomy King Of Madrid Madrid Province Maharajah Marharaja Minotaur Tapestrey Tapestries The Queen Theseus Circa 1600 Daguerrotype Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Empress Flemish Art Greece Greek Greeks Items Mythological Character Mythological Figure Myths Pagan Paganism Pagans Photography Art Polytheism Polytheist Seventeeth Century Thing
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This print showcases a Flemish tapestry from the series "Story of Theseus". The seventh tapestry in the collection, it depicts the moment when Theseus presents the head of the fearsome Minotaur to the King and Queen of Crete. Created by model Anthonis Sallaert and manufactured by Jan Raes the Younger in Brussels around 1630, this piece is a true masterpiece. Measuring an impressive 396x498 cm, this silk and wool fabric artwork can be found at the Royal Palace of El Pardo in Madrid, Spain. It was originally part of Philip IV's collection and is now displayed in the Upper Gallery, Patio de las Austrias. The image captures alluring colors that bring life to this mythological scene. With its rich hues and intricate details, it transports viewers back to ancient Greece. The tapestry beautifully portrays Greek mythology with its depiction of gods, heroes, and mythical creatures. This particular artwork focuses on Theseus' triumph over the Minotaur—a half-human, half-bull creature residing within a labyrinth on Crete. As he presents its severed head to royalty, we witness his heroic feat against one of Greek mythology's most formidable foes. With its historical significance and artistic excellence, this Flemish tapestry serves as a testament to both religious beliefs during that era—paganism—and European artistry. Its presence at Palacio Real de El Pardo adds another layer of grandeur to an already remarkable piece.
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