The Romans with their Sabine Wives from the Story of the Romans and the Sabines 1570 - 1585

This tapestry, titled "The Romans with their Sabine Wives from the Story of the Romans and the Sabines," was created by Flemish artist Nicolas van Orley between 1570 and 1585. The tapestry depicts a scene from Roman mythology, where Roman men kidnap Sabine women, later leading to peace between the two groups. This work, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is an example of the high quality tapestries that were produced in the Netherlands during the 16th century. It showcases detailed weaving and intricate compositions that were characteristic of this era.