Malterer tapestry

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Malterer tapestry, Medieval tapestry in Augustinermuseum, Freiburg, Germany

The Malterer tapestry measures 496.5 centimeters wide by 69.2 centimeters high and combines wool with linen material in its construction.

Created between 1320 and 1330, this tapestry originated from the St. Catherine Dominican convent in Freiburg and displays the coat of arms of Johannes and Anna Malterer.

The textile artwork presents four double scenes depicting characters like Samson, Aristotle, Vergil, and Iwein facing difficulties in their relationships with women.

The tapestry remains in the permanent collection of the Augustinermuseum in Freiburg under inventory number 11508, though it is not currently on public display.

This medieval German textile work functioned as a bench drape, incorporating both religious and secular narratives through its detailed figure representations.

Inception: 1320s

Height: 69.2 cm

Width: 496.5 cm

Made from material: wool, linen

GPS coordinates: 47.99396,7.85235

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:40

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