Lot 1324 , A 17th century fine gold silk thread embroidery, worked on a hand spun linen ground, depicting scrolling three feather motifs, rose shaped flower heads and Persian inspired Botha. Framed., 56cm high x 78cm wide. (Provena

A 17th century fine gold silk thread embroidery, worked on a hand spun linen ground, depicting scrolling three feather motifs, rose shaped flower heads and Persian inspired Botha. Framed.
56cm high x 78cm wide. (Provenance to reverse).
Condition - there are brown stains to the linen cloth and smaller rust stains, also lighter stains and two darns. The brown stains maybe created from the wooden back board. These maybe removed with professional conservation cleaning. In 1642 Charles II, then Prince of Wales fled to Jersey, Elizabeth Castle and stayed at the Governor’s house for two months before fleeing to France. The governor’s house was where Sir Walter Raleigh lived in 1600. Charles then returned in 1649 after his father’s death and was proclaimed King there. The three feather motifs in the embroidery may represent Prince of Wales Feathers. Embroideries etc were often displayed in private spaces like bedchambers to show importance of rank and title. (Please read reverse note.)
£300-400

Sold for £280