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Flemish tapestry. Series The Spheres. Hercules supporting the celestrial sphere (Hercules sostiene la esfera celeste). First tapestry in the series. Model Barend van Orley or Pieter Coecke van Aelst. 1525-1530
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Flemish tapestry. Series The Spheres. Hercules supporting the celestrial sphere (Hercules sostiene la esfera celeste). First tapestry in the series. Model Barend van Orley or Pieter Coecke van Aelst. 1525-1530
7209518 Flemish tapestry. Series The Spheres. Hercules supporting the celestrial sphere (Hercules sostiene la esfera celeste). First tapestry in the series. Model Barend van Orley or Pieter Coecke van Aelst. 1525-1530. Manufacture Joris Vezeleer (Georg Wezeler)?, Brussels, before 1535. Fabric Gold, silver, silk and wool. by Orley, Bernart van (c.1488-1541) (attr. to); 345x308 cm; Palacio Real de la Granja de San Ildefonso, La Granja, Spain; (add.info.: Size 345 x 308 cm. Location Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso. Origin Collection of Jo£ o III of Portugal and Catherine of Austria, later in the collection of Philip II. On display Tapestry Museum. National Heritage (Patrimonio Nacional) inv 10005823. Real Sitio de San Ildefonso, Castilla y Leon, Segovia, Spain); © Paul Maeyaert
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This Flemish tapestry, titled "The Spheres: Hercules supporting the celestial sphere" is a true masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship. Created between 1525-1530, this tapestry showcases the incredible talent of either Barend van Orley or Pieter Coecke van Aelst as its model. Measuring an impressive 345x308 cm, this first tapestry in the series depicts Hercules valiantly holding up the celestial sphere. The intricate details and vibrant colors are brought to life with gold, silver, silk, and wool threads woven into the fabric. Manufactured by Joris Vezeleer (Georg Wezeler) in Brussels before 1535, this piece exudes elegance and grandeur. It was originally part of the collection of João III of Portugal and Catherine of Austria before finding its home in Philip II's collection. Currently housed at Palacio Real de la Granja de San Ildefonso in La Granja, Spain, it is displayed proudly at the Tapestry Museum. This remarkable work can be admired for its historical significance as well as its artistic brilliance. The photograph captured by Paul Maeyaert perfectly encapsulates the beauty and magnificence of this Flemish tapestry. Its presence evokes a sense of awe and wonderment that transports viewers back to a time when artistry knew no bounds.
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