A Silk and Metal-thread Curtain with the Tughra of Mahmud II (A.H. 1223-1255/A.D. 1808-1838)

of rectangular form, silver and silver gilt-metal threads embroidered on black and coloured silk ground with calligraphic rectangular and circular cartouches surrounded by floral scrolls and garlands, the ground filled with ribbon scrolls and floral sprays, an inner border with calligraphic bands on a red ground with outer border with paired C-scrolls on a black ground

Areas of wear and tear concentrated in the unstitched areas of the silk ground, silver thread in good condition, would benefit from a light clean, as viewed
"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.
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inscriptions
In the borders:  Qur'an, surah al-Fath (XLVIII), 27-29.

In the rectangular cartouche:

al-salat wa al-salam 'alayka ya man zinat allah

'Benediction and Peace be upon you O the one Who is the ornament of God!'

In the roundels: The shahada

Tughra of Mahmud II (A.H. 1223-1255/ A.D. 1808-1838).