Shaun King Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
The WOOLWORK depicts THE CRUCIFIXION OF CHRIST.
The back of the picture tells the story:
‘By Walter Elton circa 1900. Born in South Petherton, Somerset 1875.
A religious man who always carried a bible. He left five children all under 10 years old. 4 sons and one daughter (Mary Elizabeth Epton (24/04/1905 - 24/06/1995) who kept the picture until her death.
Picture reframed by grandson Cliff Whittingham (January 28th 1989). Could smell coal fumes and found candle wax spots on the canvas creating a strong link to the past’.
In good condition.
Dimensions of Frame:
Height: 22 inches (56 cm)
Width: 19.75 inches (50 cm)
Shaun King Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
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WELSH MINER’S NAIVE FOLK ART WOOLWORK c1910
