17th century Flemish tapestry

Flemish tapestry of the 17th century.
"Moses saved from the waters".
Wool.
Presents restorations. Wear and tear. Lined.
Measurements: 255 x 315 cm.

The dynamism and intensity has been conceived in this tapestry with a composition that exalts the dramatism of the biblical scene. The author picks up the moment in which Moses is found and rescued from the waters of the river Nile (Exodus 2: 1-10). The Pharaoh's daughter, when going to bathe, perceives the presence of the basket with the child, pitying decides to take care of the child and look for a matron to feed him. The scene is composed with the presence of the Pharaoh's daughter, who is standing dressed with rich jewels in her headdress. Accompanying the young woman are three maidens, one of whom approaches the waters to pick up the basket, and two others converse with the princess about such a traumatic event. Surely one of these young women is Miriam, since, in the biblical story, it is she who, after Moses is rescued, comes to ensure the child's salvation and offers her mother's services as a wet nurse. The tapestry stands out for the profusion of vegetation in the scene, with tall trees and reeds in the river.