Lot 561

Framed Charles II Silk and Linen Needlework

Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$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, mid 17th century, biblical depiction of Jephthah and his daughters, four figures under fruited trees and painted blue sky, lion and leopard on each lower corners, flower and insect motifs throughout, painted faces, laid and couched silk work on linen, 13 x 19 in.; later burled veneer wood frame, 21-1/4 x 27 in.

Provenance: Brunk Auctions October 3, 2020, lot 342, sold $3,750; Private Collection

Condition

slightly reduced lower right corner, minor stitch loss, wear to to facial details, fading, frame with loose veneer, scattered chips and losses to molding

Brunk Auctions October 3, 2020, lot 342, sold $3,750; Private Collection