A fragment of a Perugia towel Probably 16th century, Italian
A fragment of a Perugia towel
Probably 16th century, Italian
With confronting stylised lizards, woven in blue and undyed linen thread, 33cm x 26cm, and an Italian 17th century finished border of linen embroidered in red silk, with a fruiting vine design, having a gilt thread embroidered lower border and lace to either end, 40cm x 23cm (2)
Condition Report: In fair condition, the first with some discolouration and minor staining.
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A fragment of a Perugia towel
Probably 16th century, Italian
With confronting stylised lizards, woven in blue and undyed linen thread, 33cm x 26cm, and an Italian 17th century finished border of linen embroidered in red silk, with a fruiting vine design, having a gilt thread embroidered lower border and lace to either end, 40cm x 23cm (2)
Condition Report: In fair condition, the first with some discolouration and minor staining.