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Embroidered Hanging

Embroidered Hanging
Italy
late 17th c (1675-1700)
$6,000.00

An embroidered hanging, the crimson silk ground worked in coloured floss silks and metal thread, with a central floral basket, flanked by pairs of birds, amidst scrolling flowers and leaves, the border with alternating flowers. Old brass rings attached to the upper lining to allow easy hanging. Condition is good, with areas of dark staining, and embroidery losses – about 15% - to the floss silk designs. 84” x 64”

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