The Gwen, a Named British Sailor's Woolwork

Description

British Sailor's Woolwork or Woolie,
The Gwen,
Circa 1875

The small British sailor's woolie depicts a starboard view of the … more British Sailor's Woolwork or Woolie,
The Gwen,
Circa 1875

The small British sailor's woolie depicts a starboard view of the brigantine Gwen sailing on a calm blue sea and flying a red ensign. The ship is named on a red banner below with a sewn hanging tassel to each side. At the top to the far left and right corners and in the center are grouping of three tassels. Some rigging loose and some slight wool loses as can be seen. This is a very charming woolie.

Dimensions: 14 7/8 inches x 21 1/2 inches; Sight: 10 inches x 16 1/2 inches.

Within maple frame and with UV glass.

(Ref: NY9521/urr) less