Rare Gilt and Silk Thread Embroidered Book Binding with Carnation (symbolising devotion) : C17th Europe 18th century The appliqué pieces are carefully

The appliqué pieces are carefully and accurately inset into the ground rather than sitting on top

Smallest panel: 72

He told me this is the best quality linen he’s ever had…

The gilt trims we have embellished the cushions with date from the same era

These were produced to meet the European demand for this popular type of exotic wall decoration which was much in demand

Rare Gilt and Silk Thread Embroidered Book Binding with Carnation (symbolising devotion) : C17th Europe 18th century The appliqué pieces are carefullyItem Details. A framed embroidery dating from the 1600s composed of metallic wrapped silk threads, couched metallic threads with silk thread embroidery worked onto a hand loomed linen ground. After careful research we believe this fine embroidery was made to cover a book,possibly a Bible or book of psalms. It is presented in an unglazed frame from a later date. Embroidered with a pink carnation (which represents devotion) in full bloom with buds