Nelham-style Stumpwork, Man in Carouche
Name/Title
Nelham-style Stumpwork, Man in CaroucheEntry/Object ID
2020.1.5Tags
Embroidery, Portraits, Stumpwork, Nelham, Casket, 17th centuryDescription
Two large needlepainted flowers flank a couched raised cartouche showing a needlepainted nobleman in front of a castle holding a staff or shepherd's crook. In a molded oak frame with a green velvet mat.Use
Possibly was a panel on a girl's casketContext
In 17th century England, it was the culmination of a young girls education to create a casket (a box), most often with Stumpwork embroidery adorning the box. The scene of this embroidery is typical of the motifs and scenes found on these caskets. The lady possibly represents the sense of scent, as she is holding a flower.Collection
ERS Sampler CollectionCategory
17th century