This wonderful Georgian picture portrays a delightful scene, embroidered on silk, depicting a lady with two children under an oak tree. Stumpwork and a variety of stitches have been used in this antique needlework and the faces have been very well painted.

Organic materials used in this period are prone to fading, but the colours here are still strong. There is a tiny blemish just over the back of the chair, but considering this work is over 200 years old, the condition is remarkable. The frame housing this Georgian picture is original but had some minor restoration in the 19th Century, see labels to back showing framers details.

c. 1780

Height: 15.25" (39cm) 

Width: 13.25" (33.5cm)

Ref: D194