English Crewelwork Embroidered Panel

Description:

English Crewelwork Embroidered Panel, c. early 18th century, a central flower sprouting into numerous branches embellished with leaves and tulips, the embroidered work (being all that remains of the original fabric) mounted on a heavy modern unbleached linen canvas and housed in a custom-made gilt-edged mahogany box, overall ht. 97 3/4, wd. 75 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

The embroidery is the only part of the original panel that survives intact.


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