Purse, Medium: silk and metal thread embroidery on silk foundation Technique: embroidered in stem, satin, padded satin and knotting stitches with attached coils of gilt foil and gilt wire on plain weave foundation, Small shield-shaped purse on steel frame with spring catch, embroidered front and back in fine knot stitch with metal threads. One side shows a figure of a youth in a green coat, knee breeches, red stockings, and a round cap with a tassel holding a spade, with a castle and tree in the background. The other side shows a young woman in green bodice, red skirt, apron and green hat

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Size: 2869px × 3900px
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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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