Early 17th Century English Needlepoint Tapestry Pillow With Garden Figure and Birds

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Early 17th century English needlepoint tapestry decorative pillow created from an authentic hand stitched wool and silk fragment dating to … Read more Early 17th century English needlepoint tapestry decorative pillow created from an authentic hand stitched wool and silk fragment dating to circa 1600. The scene depicts a richly detailed garden narrative centered on a standing female figure beneath a fruiting tree surrounded by birds dense foliage and a small cottage structure. The imagery reflects early English needlepoint traditions that favored symbolic pastoral scenes and domestic landscapes. The palette includes deep greens warm golds soft reds muted blues and natural earth tones that have developed a deep patina over centuries. This historic fragment has been carefully preserved and professionally fashioned into a decorative pillow with a later backing. Condition is good antique condition with age related wear consistent with early seventeenth century English needlework. This pillow serves as a distinctive accent in traditional and historically layered interiors See less