Adaptation of an original tapestry ‘The War of Troy’ 1475-1490

Coloured and printed 19th century

In need of some restoration and backing

Length 300cm Width 133cm

It is believed there were originally 11 tapestries

This section is an adaptation is the first part of the ninth in the series

The original tapestry was brought from the dealer Madame Duruy for £1,200

with recommendations from William Morris and Edward Burne-Jones as art referees

It is on display at the V&A

The original drawings are held at the Louvre in Paris