Historical Continental Tapestry

Likely late 18th century, possibly English, woven in wool and with silver metallic wrapped silk highlights, ceremonial court scene depicts a seated woman with her attendants, water fountain and figures in the background; within a floral and fruited border.

98 x 91 in.

The Estate Collection of Dr. & Mrs. R. Lewis Wright, Richmond, VA

Small surface area with wax; looseness and separation to areas of weave; bottom border turned and stitched; areas of loss; silk backing brittle and with splits; top border folded and stitched for hanging pocket.

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