Title
Photograph of Tapestry of a Classical Scene
Date
c. 1909 - 1967
Description
Photograph of an Aubusson tapestry, hanging in the ballroom of Bois Dore, the Fahnestock estate. The classical scene depicts a verdant landscape and several men, wearing Roman-style robes. Two of the men appear to be fighting.
Notes
Penciled inscription on verso reads "Fahnestock tapestry, Bois Dore, Newport"
Cultural Origin
American
Newport
Medium
photographic print
gelatin silver
Extent
9.75" X 8"
Collection
Source
Purchased by the Preservation Society of Newport County, 2000
Identifier
PSNCA.H.013.562
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