A coverlet of broderie perse

England, first quarter of the 19th century

The cut-out chintz motifs of palm trees and flowers - including peonies, roses, tulips and carnations - foliate umber bands and floral borders arranged and appliquéd onto a plain cotton ground.

269cm (105⅞”) x 229cm (90⅛”)

280cm (110¼”) x 240cm (94½”) including the fringe.