Ottoman Embroidery

This rare textile is one of a group of Ottoman embroideries dating to the early 18th century. Woven in narrow panels, the ground is linen and the embroidery is worked in floss silk in lovely shades of red, gold, pale blue and light green. The repeat floral pattern suggests the influence of Persian and Central Asian textiles, although it was probably produced in the Western Anatolia. Note how the design was first drawn on to the linen and them embroidered over. Covers of this type were used in many functional and decorative ways, as curtains, table and bed covers and even over doorways. This piece is rare in that it has survived in a complete state with the pale blue meandering vine border still intact. Light and airy, this lovely embroidery would make a ideal wall hanging or cover in many kinds if settings, and should appeal to both collectors and designers.
Origin: Turkey
Size: 216 x 130 cm
Date: Circa 1750
Condition: There is some minor damage to the linen background a few old stains, but the embroidery has survived in good condition. Professionally cleaned and relined on the back.
Ref: LT0023
Price: £5,650.00

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