17th Century Antique Silkwork Applique Picture

Object Description

17th Century Antique Silkwork Applique. The applique has hand-stitched silkwork slips/motifs, sewn onto a silk ground. These decorative elements were embroidered separately before being cut out and affixed to the main fabric, creating a richly textured and dimensional effect. A wonderful set of slips are applied, including: a central female figure holding flowers, the sun emerging from a cloud, birds, flowers, rabbits, dogs, snails, a lion, a leopard, a cockerel, caterpillars, etc. Framed in an elaborate, old, gilded wooden frame with glass. The silkwork panel is stitched to a light backing material.. Dimensions exclude the frame and slip.

Object Condition

Generally good. Small holes scattered throughout. A few patchy stains. A number of repairs to the backing silk. Frame has a few minor chips, a small repair to the gilt slip, but is in good condition and the piece is ready to hang.

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