'Flowers' A Group of Ottoman embroidered Textiles

including napkins (yağlik), sashes (uçkur), headscarves (çevre), worked in polychrome silks and metal-threads, using a variety of stitches, predominantly worked with floral motifs (14)

There are some stains and marks generally to some and some small losses. The embroidered and metal-thread decorated ends are in very good overall condition. Approximate measurements: In columns left, centre and right of image (top to bottom); Left hand side column- top to bottom; vase and three flowers motif towel 45 by 118cm., scrolling rose towel 49 by 718cm., sunflower gauze panel 56.5 by 48.5cm., serrated leaf motif towl 51 by 103cm., zig-zag and flower band towel 48 by 125cm. Central column: top to bottom: cornucopiae motif towel 29 by 54cm., green vase of flowers towel 136 by 251cm., poppy and leaf motif towl 45 by 241 (stained), red sunflower stem towel 47 by 114cm., green and red floral spray towel 48 by 118cm. Right hand side column: top to bottom: red carnation towel 24 by 202cm., pink chrysanthemum motif towel 24 by 210cm., floral `s' scroll motif 22 by 211cm., and floral basket towel 42 by 125cm. (particularly stained).
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

For comprehensive discussion of the subject of Ottoman embroideries, including napkins (yağlik), sashes (Uçkur), headscarves (Çevre), wrapping cloths (Bohça), covers and floorspread, and the techniques used see:-

Erber, Christian, A Wealth of Silk and Velvet, Bremen, 1993;
Krody, Sumru Belger, Flowers of Silk and Gold, Four Centuries of Ottoman Embroidery, The Textile Museum, Washington, 2000;
Rogers, J.M., ed., Embroideries and other Textiles, The Topkapi Saray Museum, London/Boston, 1986, Part II: Embroideries;
Taylor, R., Ottoman Embroidery, London, 1993.