The Education of the Young King, wool, silk, French XVIc a piece form the tapestry cycle woven for Marie de' Medici, The Stories of Queen Artemisia, based on an epic account by Nicolas Houel; woven in the Faubourg Saint-Marcel Manufactory of Marc de Comaus and Frauçois de la Planche; warp undyed wool, 6-7 ends per cm., weft dyed wool and silk, 24-40 eds per cm.

The Education of the Young King, designed 1562–1565 (woven 1611–1627)

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This tapestry is one of a set of eight tapestries which depict the stories of Queen Artemisia. These tapestries were modeled after Catherine de'Medici who ruled France during the mid 16th century. During her rule France was embroiled in religious and economic turmoil. In an effort to demonstrate her own devotion to her husband and her ability to rule successfully, Catherine de'Medici adopted Queen Artemisia as her alter-ego, and in the late 16th century a set of tapestries were made to illustrate the story.

The tapestries in this gallery remind the viewer of the queen's wisdom and competence as she makes sure her son, the future king, is educated in academic disciplines as well as military training.

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Title
The Education of the Young King
Artist Life
1521–1599
Role
Designer
Accession Number
48.13.6
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The Education of the Young King, wool, silk, French XVIc a piece form the tapestry cycle woven for Marie de' Medici, The Stories of Queen Artemisia, based on an epic account by Nicolas Houel; woven in the Faubourg Saint-Marcel Manufactory of Marc de Comaus and Frauçois de la Planche; warp undyed wool, 6-7 ends per cm., weft dyed wool and silk, 24-40 eds per cm.