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Antique Adjustable Tapestry Frame, English Needlepoint Stretcher, Late Victorian
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Antique Adjustable Tapestry Frame, English Needlepoint Stretcher, Late Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique adjustable tapestry frame. An English, mahogany country house needlepoint stretcher, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Appealing tapestry frame offering a useful range of adjustment

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Select stocks present fine grain interest and deep russet hues

Dual orientation - can be used upright or through 90 degrees to horizontal

Twist operation throughout, for a tactile traditional experience

Rotary rack to the upper and lower rails adjusting through a maximum of 62cm (24.5'')

Upper and lower frame presents a useful rail width of 51cm (20'')

The whole stands upon a shaped plinth base with distinctive gadrooned toes

This is a fine antique adjustable tapestry frame, graced with country house appeal and a range of adjustment suitable for variable sizes of needlepoint crafting. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 76cm (30'')

Max Depth: 17cm (6.75'')

Max Height: 102cm (40.25'')

Extended Width: 76cm (30'')

Extended Depth: 67cm (26.5'')

Extended Height: 75.5cm (29.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Tapestry Frame Stand to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172909
Dealers Internal Reference
25629
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Description
This is an antique adjustable tapestry frame.
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An English, mahogany country house needlepoint stretcher, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
London Fine Antiques

Appealing tapestry frame offering a useful range of adjustment

fig 1. A late Victorian dark wood adjustable tapestry frame with turned support columns, threaded wooden tensioning screws, and a flat plinth base.
fig 1. Antique Adjustable Tapestry Frame, English Needlepoint Stretcher, Late Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Select stocks present fine grain interest and deep russet hues

Dual orientation - can be used upright or through 90 degrees to horizontal

Twist operation throughout, for a tactile traditional experience

fig 2. A late Victorian dark wood adjustable tapestry frame with turned support columns, threaded wooden tensioning screws, and a flat plinth base.
fig 2. Antique Adjustable Tapestry Frame, English Needlepoint Stretcher, Late Victorian

Rotary rack to the upper and lower rails adjusting through a maximum of 62cm (24.5'')

Upper and lower frame presents a useful rail width of 51cm (20'')

The whole stands upon a shaped plinth base with distinctive gadrooned toes

fig 3. A late Victorian dark wood adjustable tapestry frame with turned support columns, threaded wooden tensioning screws, and a flat plinth base.
fig 3. Antique Adjustable Tapestry Frame, English Needlepoint Stretcher, Late Victorian

This is a fine antique adjustable tapestry frame, graced with country house appeal and a range of adjustment suitable for variable sizes of needlepoint crafting. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 76cm (30'')

Max Depth: 17cm (6.75'')

Max Height: 102cm (40.25'')

Extended Width: 76cm (30'')

Extended Depth: 67cm (26.5'')

Extended Height: 75.5cm (29.75'')

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Tapestry Frame Stand to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1172909
Dealers Internal Ref
25629
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A late Victorian dark wood adjustable tapestry frame with turned support columns, threaded wooden tensioning screws, and a flat plinth base.

Antique Adjustable Tapestry Frame, English Needlepoint Stretcher, Late Victorian

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A late Victorian dark wood adjustable tapestry frame with turned support columns, threaded wooden tensioning screws, and a flat plinth base.
Antique Adjustable Tapestry Frame, English Needlepoint Stretcher, Late Victorian
Ref: SA1172909
A late Victorian dark wood adjustable tapestry frame with turned support columns, threaded wooden tensioning screws, and a flat plinth base.
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Victorian tapestry frames were designed to hold canvas or fabric taut during embroidery, needlepoint, or cross-stitch work, allowing crafters to maintain consistent tension across complex textile projects.

These frames were typically crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, walnut, or oak, utilizing hand-turned upright supports, threaded wooden tension rods, and weighted bases for stability.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut timber screw threads, turned wooden adjustment knobs, brass hardware fittings, and genuine age-related patination across the wooden surfaces.

An antique tapestry stand functions well as a decorative accent on a sideboard or desk, perfect for displaying vintage textiles, unframed tapestry art, or historic craft collections.

Keep the wood clean by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality natural beeswax polish periodically to nourish the timber and maintain its original finish.
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