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17th Century Needlework Armorial Table Carpet

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A RARE HERALDIC TABLE CARPET 17TH CENTURY Circa 1650 Probably Netherlands Entirely hand worked in gross and petit point silk and wool needlework. Central oval petit point cartouche of a 17th century scene The surround worked with fruiting trees and flowers and with two heraldic Coat of Arms in shields Professionally re backed and lined in linen Extremely rare textile over 350 years old. Antique Condition with general signs of wear commensurate with age and use.Some small seperations a couple of historic repairs Overall good for age and type Although traditionally described as a "carpet"- this fine and rare item was intended for laying on a table as a costly and highly decorative cover, rather than on the floor. At this period textiles were rarely used as floor coverings except in the wealthiest households. The same composition of central oval panel surrounded by floral strapwork can be seen in a comparable example from the Mayorcas collection and catalogued as a "17th Century Spanish Part-Silk Netherlands needlework Table Carpet", sold Christie's London, 12th February 1999, lot 407. SIZE 185cm x 272cm (73 inches x 107 inches) S5504
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 107 in (271.78 cm)Length: 73 in (185.42 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silk,Wool,Embroidered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1650
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Canterbury, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10026243927022

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