{"product_id":"antique-jacobean-silk-and-metal-thread-floral-embroidery-c17th-europe","title":"Antique Jacobean Silk and Metal Thread Floral Embroidery: C17th Europe","description":"\u003cp\u003eExtremly beautiful, rare and fine antique Jacobean flowering tree or scrolling vine pattern featuring stylized blossoms, leaves, and buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery fine needlework using a mix of shades (pinks, greens, browns) on a textured, patterned neutral-colored base fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a distinct vertical striped and floral border panel along the right side. This textile is a piece of historical hand embroidery, from the Jacobean or Elizabethan period. It features prominent stylized floral motifs, scrolling vines, and a distinctive geometric trellis background texture common in 17th century needlework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design features an oversized, ornate central flower head (resembling a pomegranate or stylized thistle reminiscent of Ottoman-inspired floral motifs), and a scalloped, embroidered border trim. \u003cbr\u003eHand-stitched colored silk threads with textured couching or metallic elements on a pulled thread diamond-patterned or diaper-weave cotton fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embroidery uses varied silk needlework stitches to create shaded transitions within the petals and follage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a repeating scalloped arch or\u003cbr\u003e\"mihrab-style\" border filled with alternating stylized green and pink botanical elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItems featuring this pattern style and level of detailing are typically preserved as, large decorative panels popular in British manors during the 17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003e105.5cm wide x 52cm tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003eShows signs of age, including fraying and edge wear along the upper corner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hannah Whyman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57549183484277,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0499\/8080\/1179\/files\/CAC0A99D-BA51-4ABD-8D09-2E9F35800C38.jpg?v=1788541035","url":"https:\/\/hannahwhyman.co.uk\/products\/antique-jacobean-silk-and-metal-thread-floral-embroidery-c17th-europe","provider":"Hannah Whyman","version":"1.0","type":"link"}