Biblical Scenes
Unknown Artist
late 16th century
Medium
Wool, silk (20-21 warps per inch, 8-9 per cm.)
Dimensions
H. 68 x W. 164 inches 172.7 x 416.6 cm
Classification
Textiles-Tapestries
Culture
Flemish, Brussels
Department
European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Mrs. John Taylor Johnston Mali, in memory of John Taylor Johnston Mali, 1974
Accession Number
1974.163
Tags
Art Historical Context
This magnificent tapestry, titled *Biblical Scenes*, hails from late 16th-century Brussels, a powerhouse of Flemish weaving renowned for producing some of Europe's finest luxury textiles. Woven in wool and silk with a precise 20-21 warps per inch (8-9 per cm), it exemplifies the high craftsmanship of Brussels workshops, where skilled artisans created panoramic narratives for palaces, churches, and wealthy homes. Measuring an impressive 68 x 164 inches (1727 x 416.6 cm), its vast scale allowed it to adorn entire walls, immersing viewers in vivid storytelling. Depicting a series of biblical epi...