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19th Century Ottoman Empire Persian Silver Metallic Threads Embroidered Textile

$15067% Off$450

Atlanta, GA

Condition Notes: Good Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. less

Description: 19th century Ottoman Empire Persian silver metallic threads embroidered textile. Silver on burgundy color silk velvet.
Ideal to frame it … more 19th century Ottoman Empire Persian silver metallic threads embroidered textile. Silver on burgundy color silk velvet.
Ideal to frame it and hang it as a tapestry or to make it into a center tabletop. Ottoman silk textiles are among the most elegant textiles produced in the Islamic word. They are characterized by large scale stylized motifs often highlighted by shimmering metallic threads. Executed in a range of woven techniques including satin and velvet, these silks were produced for use both within the Ottoman Empire and for export to Europe and the Middle East, where they were considered among the most prized luxury objects. Most Ottoman silks produced for use within the Empire were used either for garments or furnishings.
Condensed from: Nazanin Hedayat Munroe
Department of Islamic Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Size: 27" W x 29" H. less

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