August Americana
Description:
Crewelwork Pillow, America or England, 18th century, rectangular pillow stitched with wool yarns on a linen foundation, depicting two stags amidst a field of strawberries, large blossoms, buds, and leaves, with wool fringe and gold damask backing, (imperfections),14 x 18 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
Repairs: One old small patched repair to backing fabric c.r., one under pink blossom, and one repair at a corner; four very small holes scattered on background, a few minor small areas of yarn losses on a few blossoms and leaves.
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