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Pair of Antique embroidered Face Screens depicting birds.

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Ref:   148fs    http://hygra.com/face/148fs 

Pair of Antique embroidered Face Screens depicting birds The birds are in 3d. 1820

Beautifully embroidered on mesh, a pair of birds one stretching its wings, the other sitting contented. They are both perched on a winding branch of leaves and daisies. 

The embroidery is slightly raised from the flora. The birds are very skillfully plumped, the centre of the body very rounded, gradually flattened for the feet and adjusted for the feathers: 3d Embroidery!

The embroiderer was indeed a talented person both in the execution and design. Although somewhat faded, the subtle combination of colours shows a true gift. 

Embroidery was one of the few arts in which women were allowed to excel, and what better way to show one’s skill than in  a personal accessory like a face screen.

The handles are exquisitely and  ornamentally  turned  in ivory. The turning is extremely fine.

They harmonises well with the delicate nature of the screens. 

They are a delight to behold and photograph.

Origin: UK ;  Circa: 1820; Materials: silk and ivory . 

Size:  Screen  20 cm wide by 21.5 cm; handle 17.5 cm long:   8 inches wide by 8.2  inches; handle 6.9 inches.

Condition:  Please refer to the above photographs for details of condition. Two breaks on one  handle secured by internal pin.  some wear, water staining to edges

Keywords: Hygra.com, Antique box, Antique Face Screen, fan, fire screen, embroidery, ornamental turning,  OT, depiction of birds,  embroidered 3d birds, 3d embroidery,

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