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English Sailor's woolwork "Britannia Rules The Main"

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This an exceptional example of a British Sailors' woolwork entitled "Britannia Rules The Main"** which depicts Britannia*, the English Lion, a lighthouse, a sailing ship on the high seas and British flags. Britannia is represented seated wearing a beaded helmet and holding a trident; her arms and face are painted on either silk or paper. The work dates to c.1860 and is in exceptional condition. It is appropriately framed in a period burl wood.

Britannia symbolizes Great Britain.
The Main symbolizes the seas.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Wool, beads
Condition:	Good. Overall very good condition. Exceptional level of preservation. Colors are vibrant.
Creation Date:	c. 1860
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Regency, Victorian
Patterns:	Handmade, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.G.Britannia
Incollect Reference #:	467452

Dimensions

W.	23 in;	H.	18 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	58.42 cm;	H.	45.72 cm;	D.	2.54 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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