The quarter cut circular oak top inlaid with silk and lace wood with burr elm banding

as intended for the county Magistrate’s council chamber

7/8" D: 22

Height (89cm)

An 18th Century Framed Exotic Bird Silkwork Architectural The quarter cut circular oakAn 18th century silkwork of an exotic bird, possibly a Himalayan Monal set in a mahogany frame with gilt slips. The diminutive silkwork is incredibly striking, usually faded this remarkable survivor is vibrant with minimal damage to the silk ground with only minor foxing or tears, framed in the 19th century with gallery paper label verso. 15 x 12 1 2 x 3 4. 38cm x 32cm x 2cm.