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Late 18th century Decorative Double Sided Swedish Folk Biblical Wall Hanging
About the Item
A large size decorative Swedish folk art painted wall hanging - Bonad - which may have been originally from a church.
Painted on canvas in natural pigments it depicts naive biblical themes that are traditional of these folk hangings, that would be displayed in the home on special occasions.
However more unusually it is painted on both sides.
The earlier (late Circa 18th) is in pale tones depicting angels in orange and blue, the later (early 19th) shows figures, horses and buildings painted in strong pigments in four sections.
- Dimensions:Height: 36.23 in (92 cm)Width: 59.06 in (150 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Style:Gustavian (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1780
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2660336935222
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