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Napoleonic Empire Cushion French Silk Gold Metallic Thread Cannetille Embroidery

$3,293.78
£2,440.88
€2,750
CA$4,496.64
A$5,002.33
CHF 2,622.28
MX$61,127.25
NOK 33,391.51
SEK 31,433.49
DKK 20,938.26
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Large Napoleonic Empire cushion gold cannetille embroidered on silk satin. Cushion with a rich, colorful, heavenly and luxurious appaerance. Made of genuine silk satin and 19th century embroidered garments (probably a vestment) of gold metal thread. The fine gold metal thread twisted spirally used in the embroidery gives it the appearance of very delicate lace. The cannetille work combines very well with the magenta - purple silk In the center of the cushion a gold metal thread embroidered halo with gold metal thread embroidered initials. The halo is bordered by a circle with 3 patterns fully hand made of cannetille gold metal thread. Framed in a square metal thread embroidered form with V Pattern. The cushion is trimmed with metal cannetille work fan motifs. Origin: France 19th century Condition: good, a piece unique fully handcrafted Width 31.5 in - 80cm Height 23.6 in - 60cm Depth 7.9 in - 20cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.6 in (59.95 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Depth: 7.9 in (20.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Made of genuine silk satin and 19th century embroidered garments (probably a vestment) of gold metal thread. Down filled and in a very good condition. Fabulous colors and cannetille embroidered by hand.
  • Seller Location:
    Wommelgem, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6890241750322

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