17th century stumpwork box
Fenton House, a 17th century property now owned by the National Trust, contains numerous examples of Stuart era embroidery (i.e. from the 17th century).
This picture shows a stumpwork box which is decorated on all sides. The main image on the lid of the box is The Judgement of Paris; this image is of one of the short ends and shows King David in a rural setting with birds, plants and animals.
17th century stumpwork box
Fenton House, a 17th century property now owned by the National Trust, contains numerous examples of Stuart era embroidery (i.e. from the 17th century).
This picture shows a stumpwork box which is decorated on all sides. The main image on the lid of the box is The Judgement of Paris; this image is of one of the short ends and shows King David in a rural setting with birds, plants and animals.