Petit Point Needlework Appraisal

Framed Pastoral Petit Point Needlework of a Shepherdess and Goat

This item is a detailed wool and silk petit point needlework tapestry, likely dating from the mid-20th century, presented in an ornate Rococo-style gilded frame. The composition depicts a young shepherdess or peasant girl resting beside a tree, affectionately patting a goat that wears a floral garland. The girl is dressed in a white chemise with a red skirt and a blue sash, with a discarded straw hat containing flowers in the foreground. The landscape background features rolling hills, a body of water, and lush greenery executed in a palette of forest greens, blues, and earth tones. The needlework demonstrates high-quality craftsmanship, characterized by fine stitching that allows for subtle shading and facial detail. The frame is a heavy, cast composition or wood frame with a brilliant gilt finish, featuring elaborate scrollwork and acanthus leaf motifs. The condition appears excellent with no visible thread loss, fading, or moisture damage to the textile. The frame shows minor wear consistent with age, specifically light patina in the recessed areas. No artist signature is visible on the front, suggesting it may have been created from a high-quality kit or professional studio pattern popular in the Victorian revival era.