This tapestry, woven by the workshop of Willem van Leefdael (1632–1688) after a design by Justus van Egmont (1601–1674), envisions a scene from the Battle of Actium between the naval forces of Octavian and Antony in the year 31 BCE. That year, the two Roman leaders (and their respective loyal militaries) dragged the Roman Empire … Continue reading The Battle of Actium From The Story of Caesar and Cleopatra, By The Workshop of Willem van Leefdael (1632–1688) After A Design By Justus van Egmont (1601–1674)