Panel, Needlework
Date1650-1700
OriginEngland
MediumWool, Linen, Silk
DimensionsW: 33"; L: 72"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1960-817
DescriptionNeedlework panel: Red (Munsell 5R 3/8) serge, i.e., woolen warp and weft in regular twill weave; decorated with vertical undulating floral vines worked in tent stitch, in silks and crewels on pre-woven canvas which has been cutout and appliqued to the serge ground. These embroidered and cut-out motifs were called 'slips'. Embroidery colors include reds, pinks, blues, yellow, brown, greens, and black. Originally trimmed with gold silk fringe, most of which has deteriorated.
1725-1745
1725-1745
1750-1790
1725-1740, later printed edges
Textile ca. 1750; gown ca. 1770
Early 18th century, clothing probably 1770-1780
1710-1740
ca. 1730 (late 19th c alterations)
1580-1600
1600-1650
1790-1820
