Silk Work. Mid 17th Century. Frances Stewart.
A rare embroidered portrait believed to be that of Frances Stewart, Duchess of Richmond and Lennox, born 1647. Worked on a silk, satin weave with carefully shaded floss silks. Painted by Sir Peter Lely, Frances Stewart was a great beauty and a mistress of Charles II.
English
Framed Size. 19 x 16 ins.