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APPLIED ART : TEXTILES

Object Name

panel

Description

Firescreen panel depicting St. Phillip alongside the Ethiopian eunuch. This firescreen panel depicts subjects in an outdoor setting near a body of water. A vibrant and intricate panel, exotic birds, red flowers and blue elements of nature are depicted. A background subject guides a carriage led by two white horses, whilst two opposite subjects hold the train of St. Phillip's robe. Circa 1730.

Catalogue Number

BELUM.T2024.3.28

Copyright

National Museums NI. Accepted under the Cultural Gifts Scheme by HM Government from Lanto Synge and allocated to National Museums NI, 2023.