17th-century silk embroidery of John the Baptist’s decollation, with floral and animal motifs by Nicholas Wells Antiques

17th Century Silk Work Embroidery – John The Baptist

Nicholas Wells Antiques SKU: 12930
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A 17th-century silk embroidery with the central subject of the decollation of Saint John the Baptist presented on a large plate to the daughter of Herodias. The reserve with the sun & the moon, extravagant birds, and a seated lion and leopard guarding fortified towns. Flowers and insects throughout. In a period Tortoiseshell frame.
Silk backing restored
England, circa 1660

Height (Un-Framed): 43 cms (17 ins)
Width (Un-Framed): 51.5 cms (20.3 ins)

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