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Large Late 17th Century French Tapestry of Artemis and Callisto
$13,000
£9,781.65
€11,300.80
CA$18,251.71
A$19,717.83
CHF 10,490.08
MX$237,259.19
NOK 132,826.57
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DKK 84,422.56
About the Item
During the 17th and 18th century Greek mythology was a common theme depicted in high-end French tapestries. Particularly Louis XIV who was very interested in depicting scenes from Greek mythology, as part of the royal propaganda promoting classical ideals of power and civilization.
Here we have a late 17th century tapestry depicting the tale of Callisto and Artemis. Callisto was a nymph and follower of the goddess Artemis who was known for her hunting skills and chastity towards men in all forms. Any follower of Artemis was also sworn to the same vowes of celibacy. It was a joyous life of hunting and frolicking in the woods, totally independent and free from the patriarchy. But classic Zeus wanting what he can’t have, disguised himself as Artemis and tricked Callisto into sleeping with him, and she became pregnant. When Artemis discovered this, Callisto was turned into a bear. Years later, her son, Arcas, nearly killed her while hunting, not recognizing her. To save them both, Zeus transformed them into constellations: Callisto became Ursa Major (the Great Bear) and Arcas became Ursa Minor (the Little Bear), keeping them together but forever apart in the sky.
Moral of the story, Zeus is a dick.
Late 17th Century French Tapestry. The narrow boarder indicates it would have originally been fixed inside wooden panelling. Repairs that have been undertaken over the years and is structurally strong and visually stunning. Can be hung on hooks or Velcro.
W 174cm x H 196cm
Sourced in Paris 🇫🇷
- Dimensions:Height: 77.17 in (196 cm)Width: 68.51 in (174 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Style:Louis XIV (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:Late 17th Century
- Date of Manufacture:1690 s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:LYON, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8595242694852
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