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Expulsion of Hagar and Ishmael by Abraham. Circa 1660.

A brightly coloured embroidery using both raised work, couching and shaded laid silks, with a variety of complex stitching techniques. This biblical story was one of the most popular subjects for female embroiderers during the 17th century with many versions being worked in tent stitch.

Framed size: 46 x 66 cm (18 x 26 in)