Departure of Prodigal Son

The image is an intricately detailed tapestry illustrating the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son, capturing a vibrant scene with richly dressed figures engaged in various activities, such as horse riding and conversing, amidst lush greenery and architectural elements, which highlight the narrative of forgiveness and redemption, depicted through gestures of welcome and celebration as the son returns to his family, while various scenes of his journey unfold in the background, showcasing the complexity and depth of human relationships and emotions in this timeless story.

The image is an intricately detailed tapestry illustrating the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son, capturing a vibrant scene with richly dressed figures engaged in various activities, such as horse riding and conversing, amidst lush greenery and architectural elements, which highlight the narrative of forgiveness and redemption, depicted through gestures of welcome and celebration as the son returns to his family, while various scenes of his journey unfold in the background, showcasing the complexity and depth of human relationships and emotions in this timeless story.

Name/Title

Departure of Prodigal Son

Entry/Object ID

2014.12.1

Description

Reproduction of 16th century (ca. 1520) Flemish (attributed to Tournai textile artist) tapestry depicting the departure of the prodigal son. Medieval scene with people, buildings, horses and dogs.

Textile Type

Tapestry

Category

Vault, Biblical, Biblical People, New Testament, Animals
People

Made/Created

Date made

2014

Dimensions

Dimension Description

overall size

Height

44-3/4 in

Width

81-7/8 in

Exhibitions

Loan - Prodigal @ First Presbyterian Church - Tulsa OK: February 1 - April 18, 2016
Loan - Prodigal Son @ 1st Presbyterian Church - Colorado Springs, CO: February 20 - April 21, 2017
Loan - Prodigal @ Second Christian Reformed Church, Grand Haven, MI: November 26, 2018 - March 1, 2019
Loan - Prodigal @ Monroe Community Church - Grand Rapids, MI: October 4- December 2, 2023