A fine Charles II embroidered raised work picture Third quarter 17th century

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A fine Charles II embroidered raised work picture Third quarter 17th century Possibly designed with the five senses, comprising a central female in elaborate dress under a canopy, and four further female portraits to each corner, enclosed by flowers, animals and insects with rich silk threads, metal threads and delicate bead work, in later moulded frame, size including the frame: 54cm wide, 5cm deep, 44cm high (21in wide, 1 1/2in deep, 17in high) (width of the embroidery: 43.5cm wide) For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A fine Charles II embroidered raised work picture Third quarter 17th century

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Estimate £2,000-£3,000

Nov 17, 2026, 5:01 AM EST

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London, UNITED KINGDOM, United Kingdom

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An unusual Charles II bead-work picture depicting Flora and Ceres Third quarter 17th century

£900

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London, UNITED KINGDOM

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London, UNITED KINGDOM

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£500

London, UNITED KINGDOM

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London, UNITED KINGDOM

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London, UNITED KINGDOM

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£500

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