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Lot n° 280

AUDENARDE, last quarter of the 16th century. Young...

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AUDENARDE, last quarter of the 16th century. Young Constantine fighting against the lion. Tapestry in wool and silk. 327 x 278 cm. (tapestry reduced in width, many old restorations having faded). Note : The fight of Constantine against the lion reminds the bravery of the future emperor and compares him to Hercules fighting the lion of Nemea. Expert : Nicole de PAZZIS-CHEVALIER