21st Nov, 2020 10:30 GMT/BST

Costume, Accessories & Textiles - Online auction

 
  Lot 6091
 

6091

Mid 18th Century German Fichu of brown silk embroidered with silk and metal threads in a floral...

Mid 18th Century German Fichu of brown silk embroidered with silk and metal threads in a floral design, 75cm by 120cm; and Another Similar Circa 1730 Worked on Cream Silk, 80cm long (2)

Sold for £180
Estimated at £120 - £180


 

Brown silk Fichu – brown silk is a later replacement and numerous splits and tears where the applique is attached to silk.
Applique – floral embroidery in overall good condition, colours are bright, especially pink and green silks. Gold trim is misshapen and shows wear, some possible holes. Applique coming loose in some areas.
Applique on cream silk – silk is a later replacement and numerous areas are split or torn. Applique is loose in several areas from the silk, splits to the ‘V’ of embroidery. Colours again are very vibrant. See images.

 


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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles - Online auction, 21st Nov, 2020

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