Fine Antique French Needlepoint Area Rug or Tapestry, Hand Made, Fine Wool, Just Under 4' by 9' Queen Louisa portrait miniature As it stands

As it stands

An exquisite but unsigned French portrait miniature

perhaps this one

The other photos were taken after he was cleaned up and a light beeswax/citrus oil which we always do to feed the old wood - I apologize for the shiny surface

Fine Antique French Needlepoint Area Rug or Tapestry, Hand Made, Fine Wool, Just Under 4' by 9' Queen Louisa portrait miniature As it standsYou can see this fabulous large area rug or broad hallway runner has been made entirely by hand, one tiny needlepoint stitch at a time, long panels which have been then sewn together and backed with a heavy linen canvas, almost like an oil cloth. I'm not entirely certain it wasn't made as a bed cover, as it would work beautifully for a twin bed. It has been stored for ages and I'd forgotten I owned it. Found it this week and feel certain someone will