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FLANDERS Panel of fine Brussels tapestry In silk and wool Calipso on the island of Ogygie Careful restoration, some natural oxidation Beautiful polychromy Mid 18th century 275 x 227 cm Nota : From Greek mythology The Nymph of the Sea: Calipso , daughter of the Titan Atlas , is made famous in the Odyssey when she meets Ulysses. She lives on the island of Ogygie in the company of her fellows, surrounded by dancing nymphs framed by beautiful vegetation. Expert: Mr. Kassapian
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FLANDERS Panel of fine Brussels tapestry In silk and wool Calipso on the island of Ogygie Careful restoration, some natural oxidation Beautiful polychromy Mid 18th century 275 x 227 cm Nota : From Greek mythology The Nymph of the Sea: Calipso , daughter of the Titan Atlas , is made famous in the Odyssey when she meets Ulysses. She lives on the island of Ogygie in the company of her fellows, surrounded by dancing nymphs framed by beautiful vegetation. Expert: Mr. Kassapian