An English Beadwork picture dated 1653
Item auction page at Sotheby’s
Height with frame 19 in. by Width 23 in.; 48.3 by 58.4 cm.
multicolored beads, depicting a lady and gentleman flanking a bouquet of flowers; the back panel with an ink inscription
In reasonably good condition overall, with scattered splits to threads and losses to beads consistent with age, primarily in the central top and upper left borders and the woman’s right hand. Underlying canvas backing with slight undulations in places. Wear to gilt and ebonized frame consistent with age.