Emporium Auction | January 23, 2025 | Online Only
Thu, Jan 23, 2025 10:00AM EST
Lot 1
Early Crewel Embroidered Bed Cover with Four Valances
Estimate: $400 - $600
Bid Increments
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| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
British, 17th century, bed cover embroidered in stylized flowering vine motif with chevron pattern tree trunks on linen ground, composed of multiple panels seamed lengthwise, linen backing, 67 x 82 in.; valance of similar embroidery, polychrome tassel trim at vertical seam, lower edge bound with light brown twill tape, coarse linen lining, 211 x 13 in.; three part valance, linen lining, 67 x 10 in., 69 x 10 in., 54 x 11 in.
Provenance: Property from the Brooklyn Museum
Condition
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Property from the Brooklyn Museum
extensive losses and repairs to linen ground throughout, losses and fugitive colors to wool embroidery, scattered stains throughout, toning of linen
