About This Artwork

Adapted from designs attributed to Nicolaas van Orley (died 1586/91)
Possibly woven at the workshop of Jacques Tseraerts (died before 1613)
Flanders, Brussels

Alexander Kneeling before Jaddus at the Gates of Jerusalem [left section], from The Story of Alexander the Great, c. 1600

Wool and silk, slit, dovetailed and double interlocking tapestry weave
297.5 x 251.8 cm (117 1/2 x 99 1/8 in.)
Gift of Edward Morris, 1964.1088