Groteskentapijt met Nebukadnezar en de drie jongelingen in het vuur by Joost van Herseele

Groteskentapijt met Nebukadnezar en de drie jongelingen in het vuur c. 1580 - 1585

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natural stone pattern

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wood texture

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abstract painting

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water colours

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handmade artwork painting

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tile art

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stoneware

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wooden texture

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watercolour bleed

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watercolor

This tapestry, “Groteskentapijt met Nebukadnezar en de drie jongelingen in het vuur,” was created by Joost van Herseele around 1580-1585. The tapestry depicts a scene from the Book of Daniel, where the three Hebrew youths are thrown into a fiery furnace by King Nebuchadnezzar but are miraculously saved. This tapestry is a prime example of Flemish tapestry weaving, with its intricate detail, vibrant colors, and captivating story. The tapestry’s decorative border features a variety of grotesques, animals, and plants, creating a visually rich and stimulating composition.

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