A very finely worked eighteenth century needlework picture of a shepherd and shepherdess that derives firstly, from scenes of courtly love, and then, from earlier 17th c. pictures of courting couples amid a pastoral landscape.
England, c. 1740.
Silk and wool on canvas.
In excellent color and condition; 20 3/4” x 18 3/4” framed.
18th C. English Needlework Picture
A large early 18th c. pastoral needlework picture depicting a lady and gentleman in a landscape with various fauna and flora; in excellent condition with warm and vibrant color.
England, c. 1730.
19 1/2” x 23."
In period frame.
Charming Circular Hooked Rug of a House
A crisp and charming circular hooked rug depicting a house with red doors, surrounded by a stylized wreath of flowers.
American, c. 1920.
In excellent condition.
37” diam.
Exceptional Pieced and Appliqued Bed/Table Cover
A very charming early 19th c. pieced and appliquéd bed/table cover in great color and very fine condition. Signed “SLS” below basket of flowers.
New England, c. 1820.
61” x 92” (inc. fringe)
Minor repair-one small patch (1/2” x 3 1/2”) in brown background of one square.
The Finding of Moses
A very folky and charming needlework picture depicting the finding of Moses, with little Moses being particularly endearing.
English, late 17th-early 18th c.
In excellent color and condition. Period yellow pine frame and early backboard.
14” x 18 1/4”
Graphic Hooked Rug
A beautifully designed 19th c. hooked rug in vibrant color and excellent condition.
American, 3rd quarter 19th c.
33 ¾” x 85 ½”.
Room-Sized Hooked Rug
A graphic and unusually versatile room-size hooked rug in excellent condition.
American, c. 1920.
9’3” x 12’.
Needlework Picture: "A Gift from Mary Blades"
Probably American Midwest, possibly Ontario, c. 1830.
A unique and unusually artful needlework picture in great color.
Wool and silk on linen.
14" x 14 1/4"
A small, pea-sized hole upper left; in period, but not original frame.
Crewel-Embroidered Table Cover
New England, c. 1830-40.
Wool and silk on wool.
31" x 31"
In excellent condition.
Patriotic Bedcover Embroidered with American Eagle and Shield
New England, probably southern CT, c. 1820-30.
Wool on wool.
83" x 93".
Very minor repairs to foundation.
Applique and Embroidered Table Cover
New England, mid 19th c.
Wool and glazed cotton on wool.
In excellent condition.
42" x 24"
Hooked Rug
American, probably Pennsylvania, last quarter 19th c.
Cotton and wool on burlap.
54" x 35 1/2"
In very good condition.
Two Cats Rug
American, 4th quarter of 19th c.
Cotton on burlap.
32" x 50"
Minor scattered repairs.
