King Soloman and Queen of Sheba Brussels tapestry

16th Century

Bank of England Museum
London, United Kingdom

This late 16th century Brussels tapestry, believed to represent the meeting of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, was presented to the Bank of England in 1946 by the Banque Nationale de Belgique in recognition of services and hospitality given to their representatives during the Second World War.

Details

Title: King Soloman and Queen of Sheba Brussels tapestry
Date Created: 16th Century
Location Created: Belgium
Physical Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.81 m
Type: tapestry
Medium: silk, wool, textile

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