Cotton or linen, embroidered polychrome silk, gilt thread and plate in double darning, double running, overcast, pulled fabric, overcast, and satin stitches. A 3" deep border at each end; at the edge a 0.25" deep band of satin stitch in gilt thread, above it a waved stem with leaflets arranged pinnately, within each curve a spray of scrolling stems and tendrils with a single rose and bud.
Given by George de Menasce
Length: 46 in
Width: 21.5 in
Method of acquisition: Given (1946-09-25) by de Menasce, George
Accession number: T.65-1946
Primary reference Number: 199759
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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