A PAIR OF SHAPED NEEDLEWORK PANELS, MID 18TH CENTURY

A PAIR OF SHAPED NEEDLEWORK PANELSMID 18TH CENTURYPossibly adapted from seat backs, the first with sea nymphs emerging from the sea with palm trees behind54.5 x 39cmThe second with female emblematic figures58 x 22cm (excluding fringes)TOGETHER WITH A GEORGE II NEEDLEWORK TABLE RUNNER MID 18TH CENTURY approximately 60 x 28cmAND A REGENCY EMBROIDERY TABLE RUNNERCIRCA 1820approximately 57 x 22cm (4)Provenance: Private Collection, LondonCondition Report: Both needlework panels with slightly rough and unfinished edges, slightly dirty- some insect casings and surface dirt marks. Colours fairly fresh but with some muting from age/sunlight. Water scene with slight pulling to threads in upper sectionRunners- both reduced or altered in size- and with staining to the backs- which has begun to come through- surfaces dirty from use and age. Casket runner with loose section which will require remedial work.Condition Report Disclaimer