17th Century English Needlework Slip tassel to hang from a key Finished with antique silk trim

Finished with antique silk trim and gold metallic braid

English and Dating from 17th century (circa 1650)

worked in coloured silk upon original home spun linen ground Perfect for projects

The entire surface worked in intricate  tiny  silk stitches

The orphrey panels embroidered in gilt metal threads and mainly lilac and ecru floss silks forming stylised pomegranates and scrolling foliage

17th Century English Needlework Slip tassel to hang from a key Finished with antique silk trimA Needlework Slip English and Dating from 17th century (circa 1650) Intricate tiny stitches form a slightly padded (stumpwork) exotic flower On antique moss green mohair velvet. Mounted in gold washed cushion shape frame and glazed The slip is in very good antique condition SIZE Frame is 10 inches x 8. 5 inches (26cm x 22cm) S5581