Object Description
A charming 17th-century silk embroidery with a less charming central subject of John the Baptists head presented on a large plate to the daughter of Herodias. The reserve with the sun & moon, extravagant birds, a seated lion and leopard guarding fortified towns. Flowers and insects
Silk backing restored
58cm x 48.5cm
unframed 51.5cm x 43cm