Lot 45
  • 45

Two small Ottoman voided silk velvet and metal-thread (çatma) panels, Bursa or Istanbul, early 17th century

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • silk velvet (Textiles)
  • 120 by 67cm.
the crimson silk velvet ground with central panel within double-lined border, with
offset rows of beige silk and metal-thread carnation fan palmettes emanating from tulips and flanked by saz leaves, each with red silk backing 

Condition

Both in fair overall condition, with fraying, loose threads, tears with associated repairs and consolidation, as viewed.
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