THE ANGEL OF PEACE LOOKING AFTER THE WORLD Size: 71cm wide x 71cm high Wool & silk weft, linen warp. 10epi
THE ANGEL OF PEACE LOOKING AFTER THE WORLD Size: 71cm wide x 71cm high Wool & silk weft, linen warp. 10epi
KING MIDAS AND HIS DAUGHTER
Size: 89cm wide x 94cm high (35" x 37") Wool & silk weft, linen warp. 10 epi.
Mary Cassini completed this tapestry in 1995. King Midas ruled over the ancient country of Phrygia. He loved his daughter and his garden. Most of all, he loved gold.
When a stranger suddenly appeared and asked him "If you could have one wish granted, what would it be?" King Midas answered "That everything I touch would turn into gold."
His wish was granted. But the King quickly discovered that his food and drink turned to gold in his mouth. Then he kissed his beloved daughter, who immediately turned into a golden statue.
Distraught with grief, when the stranger returned the King said he didn't want his golden touch any more. Water from his river was sprinkled over everything he had touched, and his food, his flowers, and his daughter were restored once more. He had lost his golden touch, but his life was regained.