A extraordinary skillfully hand done raised chenille work with stems of flowers, unopened buds and broad leaves done on a large dark purple velvet background.

Circa 1860 thru 1880s.

Recently deaccessioned from the Rochester Historical Society in New York State. Still retains its museum catalog identification number written on its wood frame.

This is a visual finely done chenille work piece, displaying abundant and exceptionally fine stitchery along with a complicated, highly detailed design.

APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS
Frame 24" width x 24" height.

CONDITION
In very good antique condition. A few small rubs on velvet on frame edge. No holes, stains or repairs.

For the collector. A wonderous addition to ones textile collection.

Our antique textiles are collectible and are not new and not reproductions, and have lived a long and eventful life and sometimes developing flaws. We do not launder or dry clean unless stated in listing, and most times have been in storage for many decades picking up old age storage oxidation spots.

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