French Or Italian 17th Century Metal Thread Oak Leaf Applique Pillow
Antiques: Textiles, Linens: Item #: MAL-PL40N4-B
Price: $1,675.00 USD Shipping Continental US: Request Quote Shipping Outside US: Request Quote
An early 17th century French or Italian heavy metal thread applique depicting an oak leaf and acorns hand couched on an antique silk/cotton Italian red velvet. Bordered with a gold French metallic trim with a floral design and antique gold metallic eyelash fringe. The oak is a common symbol for strength and endurance.
Condition: Wear/rub to the metal threads allowing the yellow silk ground threads to show which is consistent with age, otherwise in wonderful condition for age.
“Couching” simply means to stitch an item down with small stitches at regular intervals.
Measurements: 19 x 22
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Oreillers 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th Century European Textiles
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Item Location: Peterborough, NH 03458
Specialize in 16th – 19th century European textiles and of course, we have pillows. With over 20 years of experience we know what discriminating buyers collect to give their rooms that finishing touch.
Textiles, Linens: Antique Pillows: French Or Italian 17th Century Metal Thread Oak Leaf Applique Pillow