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Pair of Antique Stevengraphs in Exceptional Original Frames Fox Hunt Scenes For Sale


Pair of Antique Stevengraphs in Exceptional Original Frames      Fox Hunt Scenes
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Pair of Antique Stevengraphs in Exceptional Original Frames Fox Hunt Scenes:
$125.00

Pair of Antique Victorian Stevengraphs in Exceptionally Elegant Original Frames
Fox Hunt Scenes "Full Cry" and "The Meet" 1888
Two exceptional Stevengraphs woven on silk in 19th century Coventry, England. The elegant antique Victorian frames are original and are especially suited for the weavings with their heraldic cross design accented in silver.
"The Meet" depicts the riders in their scarlet riding habits on their golden and black steeds with the hounds milling about getting ready for the hunt. The golden steed in the front has his two front legs separated which helps collectors date the piece but I do not have more specific information on that. The female rider in the center back has a dark navy riding habit. The style of printing on the front (large, shaded) dates the piece specifically to 1888.
This is in very nice condition. The mat is overall very clean and free of water stains. There are a couple of black spots near the left side and top of the weaving (Please see photos) but it is hard to tell if these are just specks of debris that have gotten between the glass and mat and can be brushed off or if they are spots. There is also some very small rippling in the mat at the very bottom (Please see photos). This might be covered by the frame one once it is tightened up in the frame.
There is a second piece of glass in the back which displays a listing of the designs available--mostly royal depictions. The address is "34 Paternoster Row, London" which dates the piece to 1884-1891. There is some age-related darkening of the back listing. The piece has some black tape at the top of the back and remnants of tape on the glass.(Please see photos.) The mat is a little loose in the frame but I will leave that to the buyer to straighten and seal properly. There is a small split in the wood on the back left. (Please see photos).
"Full Cry" depicts the riders in their scarlet riding habits on the golden and black steeds with the hounds flying after the fox. The female rider has a blue hunting habit which helps date the piece but I do not have specific information on that.The style of printing on the front (large, shaded) dates the piece specifically to 1888.
This is in very nice condition. The mat is overall very clean and free of water stains. (Please see photos.) There are some tiny spots on the mat which appear just to be age spotting. (Please see photos.) There is a little bit of bubbling at the top of the silk where it is affixed to the backing. (Please see photos.)
There is a second piece of glass in the back which displays a listing of the designs available in the fox hunt series and several other series including their "new" series "Her Most Gracious Majesty The Queen". The address is "34, Paternoster Row, London" which also dates the piece to 1884-1891. The piece is firmly in the frame and is sealed with paper framing tape in the back. (Please see photos.)
On both pieces, the edge of the mat around the weaving is trimmed in gold. Under the weaving in small letters it says "Woven in pure silk by Thomas Stevens, Stevengraph Works, Coventry". On each, the title of the piece is in shaded, large type which dates the pieces to 1888.
Both frames are Victorian with an heraldic cross motif accented in silver. They have a Gothic appearance and are very striking--the most exceptional frames I have ever seen on Stevengraphs. The wood of each frame is substantial with reinforced corners in the back. There are some scuffs on the frames as is expected from items 135 years old. These could be easily touched-up, if desired, but I think the expected wear adds to the authenticity. Modern sawtooth hangers and bottom bumpers have been added to the backs. Each measures approximately 10 3/4 inches long and approximately 8 inches tall. The frames are approximately 1 inch deep including the reinforcement at each corner.
These are exceptional Stevengraphs in wonderful original Victorian frames.
Please feel free to message with questions or if you would like more photos. No international shipping. Will combine on shipping.


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