UF923 Fragments from 19th Century Bed Hangings

UF923A: 17 x 28-1/2 inches, $550
UF923B: 14-1/2 x 14-1/2 inches, $475
UF923C: 8 x 11 inches, $550

During the 15th, 16th, 17th and 18th centuries bed hangings were very much in style. People were afraid to become ill from the cold night air. English bed hangings through the 17th century were heavily embellished with crewel work designs. These were for the very rich, and originally began for the Kings and Queens of England. In America we used yardage of fabrics to achieve this purpose. Everything in my shop is American, however I could not pass on these. All of the above have been in my private collection for over 30 years.

Embroidery was executed with vegetable dyed woolen yarn onto fine linen. The colors are as vibrant today as they were hundreds of years ago. Folding over the front to the back easily shows this point. The craftsmanship is perfect ...the stitches minuscule and always perfectly executed. Some of the linen was cut away due to its condition. I do have early linen...200 years old... if you wish this to applique the Crewel work onto.

I am happy to send these, with free shipping, for your approval.

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