Description
Needlepoint of The Nativity
Five Painted Silk Faces
Dated 1874
Acquired near Amsterdam in 1990
22" x 28" inside frame
Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Needlepoint
Distinguishing marks
Silk faces include Mary and Joseph.
Infant Jesus is also silk
Beadwork writing at bottom is French
Made by Elisa Talmas
Infant Jesus is also silk
Beadwork writing at bottom is French
Made by Elisa Talmas
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
22" x 28"
Date Period
Dated 1874
Weight
5 lbs
History
Needlepoints with painted silk faces and beadwork writing were displayed in European castles during the 1870's. The beadwork traditionally has the Title, the year and name of the person who made it.
For Sale?
No
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