07-18-201507-18-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2835BBoston
July 18, 2015 10:00 AMCalender
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English Embroidered Farm Scene

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$984$800
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2835BLocation: BostonDate / Time: July 18, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

English Embroidered Farm Scene, mid-18th century, with two figures in the foreground, a thatched cottage, and fields with cows and chickens, sight wd. 15 5/8, ht. 11 1/8 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Signs of wear to textile appropriate with age and use, some scattered losses, particularly toward edges near frame. No backing board on frame, needs securing. Frame has scattered losses.


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