Bespoke Soprarizzo Venetian Silk Velvet Cushion green_trimming Dating from late 18th early

Dating from late 18th early 19th century

Sold by the food (30cm) there are currently 5 feet available

A central roundal containing  a three quarter length portrait of a Saint worked in coloured silks and metal threads

Some of these loops were subsequently cut to create the two heights of pile known as ciselé

Bespoke Soprarizzo Venetian Silk Velvet Cushion green_trimming Dating from late 18th earlyHand Made Bespoke Pillow Incorporating a selection of vintage and contemporary Luigi Bevilacqua Soprarizzo Silk Velvets. Hand woven in Venice on 18th century looms Together with early 19th century metallic silk brocade Finished with a selection 18th, 19th and 20th century metallic and silk passementerie and trims The pillow is in good condition throughout and has a beautiful gently time worn appeal SIZE 19 inches x 15 inches (48cm x 38cm) S5443