Lot Essay
The picture is an allegory of the dangers of Vanity. As the lady and gentleman study their mirrors, their dressing room is over-run by mice.
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CIRCA 1660-70
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A CHARLES II NEEDLEWORK PICTURE OF A DOMESTIC SCENE
CIRCA 1660-70
Depicting a gentleman and a lady at their toilette, a cat and mouse beneath the table between them, on which sits an elaborate vase of flowers
6 x 7 in. (16 x 18.5 cm.)
later framed and glazed
CIRCA 1660-70
Depicting a gentleman and a lady at their toilette, a cat and mouse beneath the table between them, on which sits an elaborate vase of flowers
6 x 7 in. (16 x 18.5 cm.)
later framed and glazed
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