OVAL TENT STITCHED PICTURE,
probably English, early 18th century (circa 1720)
Executed in fine wool and silk, this beautifully balanced needlework picture
depicts two characters in a rural setting, the woman carrying a jug of water on
her head, the man apparently leaping or dancing, with a flock of very contented
sheep to their right. One sheep appears to be a Jacob sheep- a rare old breed,
with black spots and horns. It's unusual to be able to identify the specific
breed, so this is quite a rare and wonderful piece. In the distance there is a
windmill, a small village built into a hillside and a large mansion house. The
scene is surrounded by a beautiful floral needlework "frame", including roses,
iris, tulips, and carnations. The piece has been professionally conserved and
mounted to museum standards. The oval design measures 16" x 22". It has been
mounted in an acid free suede mat, under conservation glass. With the frame the
piece measures 26"x32". It is in excellent condition, apart from some color loss
to the village, windmill and mansion. $1950.00
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