17th Century Silk Work Embroidery – John The Baptist Ebony Carved and painted to a

Carved and painted to a highly animated effect

An intriguing expression of Surrealism

or sophisticated contemporary settings

some minor and sympathetic restoration commensurate with age

this accent table reflects the period’s penchant for graceful forms combined with practical sophistication

17th Century Silk Work Embroidery – John The Baptist Ebony Carved and painted to aA 17th century silk embroidery with the central subject of the decollation of Saint John the Baptist presented on a large plate to the daughter of Herodias. The reserve with the sun & the moon, extravagant birds, and a seated lion and leopard guarding fortified towns. Flowers and insects throughout. In a period Tortoiseshell frame. Silk backing restored England, circa 1660 Height (Un Framed): 43 cms (17 ins) Width (Un Framed): 51. 5 cms (20. 3 ins)