The Stonesfield Carpet
Unknown Artist
- Art Funded
- 1997
- Dimensions
- 257 x 208 cm
- Vendor
- Jonathan Harris Works of Art
A needlework carpet depicting the Roman mosaic from Stonesfield, Oxfordshire.
The mosaic was destroyed soon after its discovery in the eighteenth century. Probably a domestic production piece which may been designed by a professional.
Provenance
Probably commissioned by John Strachey F.R.S. (1671-1742), who travelled all over the country visiting local historical societies and investigating records. The work has been in the Strachey family until its acquisition by Jonathan Harris.