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| SCOTTISH STEWART NEEDLEWORK PICTURE 1705. |
£3200 |
A representation of Queen Anne as Flora. The image adapted from the painting by Michael Dahl, 1705.
She is seen standing holding a garland, in front of a large pear tree, the pear symbolic of the female form in the art world for centuries, alluding to sensuality, sexuality, femininity, fertility and fruitfulness. In Christian contexts it symbolizes the Virgin and Child. In front of her a red rose & bud meaning, 'I will always love you', the richness of the red reflecting the depth of feeling behind the gesture of giving, the red rose signifies eternal love and undying passion, and a red carnation again symbolling deep love and affection.
In the foreground a Lion for Strength, and a strawberry plant, being a symbol of friendship love & romance.
Framed in a period carved fruitwood frame measuring 32 cm square.
Prov. Mrs. Cecil G.Hay 386 Byres Rd Glasgow.
Exhib. Scottish Exhibition Glasgow 1911. No57 in the Needlework, East Gallery. |
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