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British Sailor's Woolwork or "Woolie", 19th Century

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is an exceptional example of a 19th century British sailor's "Woolie" or woolwork that is signed "G.W. Whitby/India. The woolwork depicts the Prince of Wales' feathers together with two British Flags: one dated "LXXVII" or 1824 and the other depicting an insignia for The Prince of Wales and other symbols. The woolwork has not been examined out-of-frame, but it appears to be in overall good condition with one or two very tiny holes in the feathers. Frame dimensions: 27.5" x 27.5".

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Wool. Hand Embroidered
Condition:	Good. Not Examined out of frame. Overall very good condition with one or two very tiny hole in feathers; slight discoloration to edge of white flag.
Creation Date:	c. 1827
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Colonial, Regency
Patterns:	Handmade, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.g'swoolie2
Incollect Reference #:	502581

Dimensions

W.	27.5 in;	H.	27.5 in;	D.	1.25 in;
W.	69.85 cm;	H.	69.85 cm;	D.	3.18 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH Design Arts reflects the broad and refined decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri, whose decades spent across Mexico, Spain, Asia, the East Coast, and the South inform a collection rooted in culture, history, and exceptional design. For inquiries, please contact 714.401.0556 or mjhdesignarts@gmail.com

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