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Triumph of the Gods Series
The Triumph of the Gods series of four tapestries depicting subjects from Greek mythology were made during the 1700s from cartoons exclusive to the workshop of Leyniers-Reyndams in Brussels. The tapestries were designed by the well known artists of the day, Jan van Orley (1665-1735) and Augustin Coppens (1668 – 1740). The theme of triumph was particularly popular during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. These scenes glorified the gods and heroes of antiquity, surrounded by their attendants and attributes.
The Procession of Bacchus depicts Bacchus, the God of wine, in his crown of vine leaves, sitting in his triumphal car which is drawn by tigers. Around him maenads sing and dance a Bacchic ritual. Satyrs are also present, Bacchus was also associated with goat-worship, and behind him is a statue of Pan (himself part goat) playing his pipes.
Diana depicts the Greek virgin huntress resting, surrounded by her nymphs. Wearing her traditional huntress attire of a short tunic with her hair tied back she is accompanied by her hounds and her weapons and dead game lie on the floor around her.
In The Triumph of Minerva we see Minerva, the war Goddess, surrounded by spoils of war. Her shield, depicting the head of Medusa, sits above the entrance to a cave housing a prisoner. An attendant holds an olive branch, the symbol of wisdom, and others carry items relating to the arts; Minerva was also Goddess of Household crafts.
In Orpheus we see the legendary musician and poet sitting under a tree playing his lyre to a group of reclining listeners. Such was his musical skill he was said to charm no only the wild beasts but also trees and rocks. He is shown wearing a laurel crown, an award for victory in Greek contests of poetry and songs.
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