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Tapestry in Oak Frame, 19th Century, Tidy Condition
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Tapestry in Oak Frame, 19th Century, Tidy Condition

19th century
For Sale by Limited Editions
Description

This tapestry, which is in a rather impressive 19th Century Frame, may be earlier. We have not removed the back of the frame to investigate.

It has some fade in the fabric colours but is an interesting subject, appears to depict earlier explorers looking out over a landscape.

The impressive oak frame is certainly 1800s and likely to be early to mid part of that century. It is in good condition with crisp carving.

Overall a rather appealing item in nice tidy condition at a very keen price.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Limited Editions has dated this Carved Oak Framed Tapestry to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA779907
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Limited Editions have been restoring and selling antiques for 40 years. We keep our prices keen by undertaking restoration in our own workshops. We specialise in antique dining tables and chairs but carry much more in stock, around 500 items most of the time. We now open by appointment please phone 01565 874075

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This tapestry, which is in a rather impressive 19th Century Frame, may be earlier. We have not removed the back of the frame to investigate.
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It has some fade in the fabric colours but is an interesting subject, appears to depict earlier explorers looking out over a landscape.
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fig 1. A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork.
fig 1. Tapestry in Oak Frame, 19th Century, Tidy Condition

The impressive oak frame is certainly 1800s and likely to be early to mid part of that century. It is in good condition with crisp carving.

Overall a rather appealing item in nice tidy condition at a very keen price.

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Limited Editions has dated this Carved Oak Framed Tapestry to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA779907
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2016
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A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork.
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Archive I A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork.

Tapestry in Oak Frame, 19th Century, Tidy Condition

Archive II A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork. View VI
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A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork.
Tapestry in Oak frame, 19th Century, tidy condition
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A nineteenth-century wool needlework tapestry depicting historical figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark oak frame with scrollwork.
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  • ObjectFramed Wall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Wool, Canvas
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved mask, scrollwork, acanthus leaves, military figures
  • SizeH 55 cm (22 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This nineteenth-century framed wall art comprises a wool needlework tapestry depicting historical military figures in a landscape, set within a heavily carved dark brown oak frame with scrollwork, acanthus leaves, and a carved mask motif. The timber shows crisp carving detail with a dark brown finish and visible fade in the fabric colours. The piece measures 55 cm high, 51 cm wide, and 5 cm deep, making it suited for placement above a mantel in a gentleman's library or study. The item displays tidy condition with glass protecting the textile panel. It hangs on a wall to bring nineteenth-century Victorian style into a traditional interior scheme. The heavy wooden moulding creates a substantial profile that complements period architectural details and historical decor themes.

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A 19th-century framed tapestry is a decorative wall artwork featuring hand-stitched needlepoint or woolwork textile designs mounted inside a protective wood frame. Popular during the Victorian era, these pieces frequently depicted historical scenes, landscapes, or figurative subjects.

These pieces were typically worked using wool, silk, or cotton threads stitched onto canvas backing. The surrounding frames were commonly crafted from hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, often featuring carved detailing and protective glazing.

Authentic period examples display hand-stitched woolwork with slight natural fading to the dyes, period-correct framing construction such as hand-carved oak detailing, and historical backing materials including timber panels or antique nails.

A framed tapestry can be mounted above a mantelpiece or sideboard to create a focal point, or integrated into an eclectic gallery wall to add tactile texture and historical interest alongside contemporary artwork.

Position the framed textile away from direct sunlight to prevent UV damage and pigment fading. Dust the carved wood frame periodically with a soft, dry cloth and clean the glass using gentle glass cleaner applied directly to a cloth.
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