Beyond the label: woven stories of women - The Triumph of Fortitude tapestry rediscovered

Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm UTC+01:00

William Brown St, L3 8EL Liverpool, United Kingdom | Liverpool

Walker Art Gallery
Publisher/HostWalker Art Gallery
Beyond the label: woven stories of women - The Triumph of Fortitude tapestry rediscovered
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Learn more about a star object of the Renaissance Galleries and find out how it was made. This rare home furnishing once graced the walls of a 16th-century palace. ‘Fortitude’ means courage in the face of adversity.
Nicola Scott, Curator of Decorative Art, will explore the heroism of the people pictured revealing the woven stories of some feisty female characters.
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William Brown St, L3 8EL Liverpool, United Kingdom, Liverpool, United Kingdom

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