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Important 17th Century Charles II Silk Needlework / Stumpwork Mirror

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  • Description
    An important Charles II silk embroidered looking glass from the third quarter of the 17th century (1662-1675) England.

    The impressive and rare looking glass is an excellent example of the finest 17th Century detailed silk embroidery. With period mercury mirror plate to the centre and surrounded by the original aged and patinated walnut break arch frame.

    The decoration of this mirror celebrates the marriage union in May 1662, symbolised by the flanking of the mirror glass by King Charles II and Catherine of Braganza with the turreted castle above them at the top of the mirror, this would suggest a date of 1662-1675.

    For a comparable shaped embroidered frame, with more elaborate raised work and more extensive use of metal-thread, see Victoria and Albert Museum Collection Accession Number 3511886.

    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Condition report: Original. Overall fading to the dye fine silk thread, scattered losses and wear with fine surface abrasions consistent with age.

    £12500
  • More Information
    Origin: England
    Period: Pre 18th Century
    Materials: Silk,Walnut,Embroidered
    Condition: Fair. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Condition report: Original. Overall fading to the dye fine silk thread, scattered losses and wear with fine surface abrasions consistent with age.
    Creation Date: 17th Century
    Number of Pieces: 2-3
    Styles / Movements: Charles II, Traditional
    Incollect Reference #: 711365
  • Dimensions
    W. 18.7 in; H. 25.2 in; D. 1.18 in;
    W. 47.5 cm; H. 64 cm; D. 3 cm;
Message from Seller:

Alexander George Antiques’ enthusiasm and unerring passion for the finest English furniture is evident from the moment you enter our gallery in rural Oxfordshire. Here you will find examples from the most prestigious of the 17th and 18th century cabinet-makers, craftsmen of the Golden Age including Thomas Chippendale, Coxed & Woster & Gerrit Jensen.

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