British Sailor’s Woolwork, 19th century, the woolie depicts the Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom, in the design the shield shows the various royal emblems: the three lions of England in the first and third quarters, the lion of Scotland and the harp of Ireland, it is surrounded by the Order of the Garter bearing the motto “Honi Soit Qui Mal y Pense,” the shield supported by the English lion and the Scottish Unicorn and is surmounted by the royal crown. Below it appears, the motto of the Sovereign, “Dieu et Mon Droit,” the plant badges of the United Kingdom: rose, thistle and shamrock are displayed below and in the corners, additional patriotic flourish is provided by the various flags of the nations, with gilt slip in bird’s eye maple frame.
Sight 21 ¾ in. x 21 ½ in.