Framed Floral Needlepoint Tapestry Appraisal

Framed Floral Needlepoint Tapestry

This item is a framed needlepoint tapestry, square in shape, featuring a central floral arrangement. The artwork is executed in fine petit point or similar dense needlework, depicting a cluster of purple and lavender violets with various shades of green leaves, set against a solid black background. The floral motif is enclosed within an elaborate, scroll-like border in a muted gold or light olive-green thread, which forms an intricate decorative frame around the central image. The border design showcases curvilinear patterns and flourishes characteristic of Victorian or Edwardian decorative arts. The entire needlepoint piece is housed within a dark-stained wooden frame, likely mahogany or a similar rich-toned wood, featuring a simple, flat profile with a visible wood grain and possibly a subtle beveled edge on the inner perimeter. The needlework itself appears to be in good condition, with no obvious signs of significant thread loss, fading, or staining, although a small, lighter speck is visible on the black background near the bottom left of the floral cluster, which could be dust or a minor imperfection. The colors remain vibrant. The craftsmanship indicates a highly skilled hand, with a consistent stitch density and careful color blending. The overall aesthetic suggests a period piece, possibly late 19th to early 20th century. A light green sticker with handwritten text, possibly a price or inventory number '20042', is affixed to the bottom left corner of the frame.