Part of a set of 19th century silver work embroideries that we we recently acquired and all the pieces are listed on our website.
This listing an early 19th century table runner silver work embroidery on a fine hand woven muslim linen. Suspect East European in origin. Wide bands of silver work embroidery magnificantly done florals and scrolled leaves that alternate with smaller bands of woven silver work with open work zig zag design. All edges of the linen have been hand rolled and hand stitched. Crocheted silver metallic thread edging along all sides. High metal content in the silver metal threads with a good weight to it.
A written discription of the collection (in French) was enclosed with the collection stating that the collection is from ancestores. We will enclose a photocopy of the discription with this set.
Photos are a good representation of actual color.
Measurements
1 meter 92 cm in length x 52 cm wide.
Condition
Very good condition with no damage or holes. A few light age spots here and there.
Left in "as found" condition and not laundered.
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An Early 19th Century Silver Work Embroidered Muslin Linen Table Runner
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