Louis XIV Embroidery Panel with Venus and Amor and Two Coat-of-Arms

Louis XIV Embroidery Panel with Venus and Amor and Two Coat-of-Arms

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Van Nie Antiquairs
Premier Seller
Name
Louis XIV Embroidery Panel with Venus and Amor and Two Coat-of-Arms
Measurements
Height: 73 cm, Width: 74 cm
Reference
VNAA181335
Techniques
Embroidered
Colors
Red, Blue, Green, White, Brown, Beige, Gold
Categories
Decorative Arts Decorative Objects Other Decorative Objects
Periods
18th Century Antique
Origins
France
Condition Note
The paper worked embroidered figures are worn on the flesh parts, further in very fine condition.
Origin and period
France
Description

A beautiful embroidered panel, satin and silk on red velvet, depicting Venus and Amor in a shell-formed throne, between laurels. On a valance plinth with three petals (lambrequins) enclosing two oval coat-of-arms. In a square framing with volutes in the corners and intertwining flower-sprigs. Probably used as a marriage present for a noble family.

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