Important and fine tapestry from BRUSSELS (Flanders)
The wedding of Alexander and Roxane in 327 BC.
Alexander marries the nubile Roxane, captured during the conquest of Sogdiana.
The angel of love, Cupid, can be seen at the top center.
Beautiful polychromy. 
Restoration (piece added), scratches.
Early 18th century 
Dim. 242 x 234 cm
Live Thursday 18 January 2024・15:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 11

Important and fine tapestry from BRUSSELS (Flanders) The wedding of Alexander and Roxane in 327 BC. Alexander marries the nubile Roxane, captured during the conquest of Sogdiana. The angel of love, Cupid, can be seen at the top center. Beautiful polychromy. Restoration (piece added), scratches. Early 18th century Dim. 242 x 234 cm

Estimate
€2,000 - €3,000
Result
€10,500
Buyer's premium
14.28%
Important and fine tapestry from BRUSSELS (Flanders) The wedding of Alexander and Roxane in 327 BC. Alexander marries the nubile Roxane, captured during the conquest of Sogdiana. The angel of love, Cupid, can be seen at the top center. Beautiful polychromy. Restoration (piece added), scratches. Early 18th century Dim. 242 x 234 cm
Sale Thursday 18 January 2024・15:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 11 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris