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The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries
Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex St, Salem, MA | Get Directions »
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Monumental in scale and meticulous in construction, the Pastrana Tapestries are one of the finest examples of Gothic tapestry in existence. The four, 36-foot-long tapestries are on view together for the first time as part of a rare U.S. tour that follows an extensive restoration project. Expertly woven in Belgium's Tournai workshops in the late 1400s, the Pastrana Tapestries are singular for their depiction of a contemporary subject: the military victories of Portugal's King Afonso V (1432-1481) in North Africa. Through vibrantly colored wool and silk threads, a vivid scene of military pomp and conquest emerges -- knights in full regalia raise their swords to the sky, royal trumpeters sound their advance, ships' masts punctuate the horizon and scenes of battle teem with valor and might. PEM is the exclusive Northeast venue for The Invention of Glory, which will be presented as an immersive, single gallery experience.
Event Details
| Where | Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970 |
| Next on | This event is over. |
| Time | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Who to bring | Everyone |
| Website | http://pem.org/exhibitions/151-the_invention_of_glory_afonso_v_and_the_pastrana_tapestries |
| Phone | 978-745-9500 |
| david_thibodeau@pem.org | |
| Price | Free with museum admission |
| Tickets | Buy Tickets |
More About Peabody Essex Museum
Located along Salem's pedestrian walkway, The Peabody Essex Museum's glass-fronted entry offers passers-by a glimpse into the light filled atrium, a piece of art in its own right. The museum's collections aim to integrate art and culture, and include photography and architecture, as well as Korean, Japanese, Indian, Native American, maritime, oceanic, Asian export and American decorative art. One of the museum's most prominent and well known features is its 200-year-old Chinese House, called Yin Yu Tang. The house was deconstructed in China and rebuilt brick by brick in its current location. The Art and Nature Center is another space that is rather unique for an art museum. This area is devoted to bright colors, and tactile and interactive exploration, making the museum a great place to bring the whole family.
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