Scipio stands victorious at left, dictating the terms of peace to Hannibal, standing at right with his retinue, after his forces were defeated in battle, with many of them defecting to the side of the Romans. In the middle distance at left, a Roman soldier, or possibly a Carthaginian defector, is shown slaying a lion, an African symbol of power. In the further distance at left are rolling hills, and at center, a town. With this decisive victory, Scipio earned the name Scipio Africanus the Elder. Wool with silk inlay.
Hanging: The tapestry comes ready for hanging, with linen backing and a strip of hook and loop tape at the top end, which can be connected to the opposite side of the supplied hook and loop tape, which could be tacked to your wall. For those who prefer the use of a tapestry rod, we can add the appropriate size loops to accommodate your needs. We now have a large selection of antique tapestry rods available as well, which we can provide detail upon request.
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Dimensions:Height: 93 in (236.22 cm)Width: 102 in (259.08 cm)Depth: 0.05 in (1.27 mm)
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Materials and Techniques:SilkWoolHand-Woven
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Place of Origin:Europe
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Period:16th Century
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Date of Manufacture:Late 16th Century
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. In very good condition for its age and weaving style, with minor wear, losses, and fading, all common for items of this vintage.
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Seller Location:New York, NY
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Reference Number:Seller: 35213Seller: LU1201232693832
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