Vintage English Woven Silk Wren Bird Picture Wood Frame & Matted Chintz blue and white George Washington and his wife

George Washington and his wife Martha Washington lived at Mount Vernon

yellow and blue incredible detail

The miniature or single serve teapot depicts a lovely Victorian handled basket filled with flowers which are handpainted in shades of gold

He retained all his control and abilities even into his one hundredth birthday

A genuine hand engraving all decoration under the glaze

Vintage English Woven Silk Wren Bird Picture Wood Frame & Matted Chintz blue and white George Washington and his wifeThis beautiful picture is by Cashs, an English ribbon weaving firm since 1846. Over 100 years ago the Free Trade Bill was passed which put thousands of ribbon weavers out of work and forced them into poverty. One mill owner began making silk bookmarks and pictures using the same looms and skills needed for ribbon making. They became popular and collectible are today still sought out for their unique beauty. This silk details a Wren nestled amongst