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Mary Stuart Queen of Scots Framed Commemorative Embroidery circa 1560, France

About the Item

A wonderful example of Mary Stuart (Mary, Queen of Scots) hand wrought commemorative embroidery with a central foliate cartouche surrounded by four smaller ones, each with metallic thread and accented with colorful foliate background silk and metal thread designs. The embroidery is presented under glass in a hand carved graduated wooden frame. Dates to circa 1560, France, in very good conserved condition, with minor imperfections, minor discoloration in spots, and light fade and wear commensurate with age and use. The conservator information can be found on verso. Dimensions: 13.5 in H x 20.13 in W, actual; 16.5 in H x 23.25 in W x 1 in D. Ref: 13380
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 23.25 in (59.06 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metallic Thread,Satin,Silk,Embroidered,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1560
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The piece has been professionally conserved. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Very good conserved condition, with minor imperfections, minor discoloration in spots, and light fade and wear commensurate with age and use. Minor frame rubs.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 101661stDibs: LU933938931192

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