Antique Belgian Tapestry of Scipio (HD-GMLF)

A monumental 17th-century French tapestry, woven in Belgium, depicting the legendary scene of The Continence of Scipio. This classical narrative shows the Roman general Scipio Africanus returning a captured bride to her fiancé—an act of restraint and virtue that was celebrated throughout Renaissance and Baroque art. Richly woven in wool, the tapestry is framed by an elaborate border of fruiting garlands, mythological figures, and symbolic roundels, all rendered with exceptional detail. The composition is layered with expressive figures, Roman armor, and architectural backdrops, all set against a softly faded landscape. Time has left a beautiful patina across the surface, with muted tones of ochre, blue, and rose that speak to its age and authenticity. A rare and storied textile that brings scale, drama, and historical richness to any interior.