Framed Patriotic Silk Needlework

Description:

Framed Patriotic Silk Needlework, Japan, early 20th century, executed with silk and metallic threads depicting a bald eagle and American shield under a banner inscribed "E Pluribus Unum," the eagle with three-dimensional padding, (the picture has been cut out and applied to a later canvas),17 3/4 x 19 3/4 in., in an ornate gilt gesso frame.
Estimate $300-500


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