The Stonesfield Carpet

British

Oxfordshire Museum

1720 - 1720

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.

• Medium: coloured wools on canvas
• Dimensions: 257 x 208 cm
• Grant Paid: £7,250 ( Total: £45,000)
• ArtFunded in: 1997
• Vendor: Jonathan Harris Works of Art

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.

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