Early 19th Century Ottoman Islamic Silk Embroidery

Description

The Ottoman empire with Constantinople as capital now Istanbul was extremely important and large until 1914 , rich and opulent … more The Ottoman empire with Constantinople as capital now Istanbul was extremely important and large until 1914 , rich and opulent it produce unbelievable pieces of art , and textile was no exception , we present you here one of those piece that are exceptionally craft , from the very early 1800 hundred , it is metallic gold and silver embroideries on silk , you will find multitude of flowers that ornate the sides and around the different cartouches that represent Arabic writing , the central medallion is large and surrounded by smaller cartouche with writing as well you will find more all around the piece , in Islamic culture writing is consider as an art like painting for us so the mix of both art here is exquisite very fine and sophisticated and give to the piece a stunning look , size 46 " H on 43" W , it was used as a wall hanging so the back has ring at the top less