A Pair Of Glued Threads Embroidery, Italy XVIII Century

Pair of embroideries representing respectively The  Finding of Moses and Isaac's Sacrifice.  The embroideries are  made according to the "painting and glued threads" technique which consists in laying a very thin coat of wax on a carton surface on which silk, gold and silver threds are applied to create the composition. Well known elsewere in the past, this tecnique became particularly appreciated and sought ofter in Italy thanks to the magnificent works created  by Marianna Olmo of Lecce (Apulia) around
1730.  The gilt  varnished silver("mecca")  wood frame is richly carved  to form a ribbed knot. Very good condition, Italy 1750 circa.