Lot 5
  • 5

A good Near Eastern needlework wall hanging, so-called Suzani 19th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • the first: 230 by 178 cm.
the beige linen worked with large purple flowers and green leaves forming a dense scrolling pattern, composed of five strips; together with a smaller hanging, worked in similar colours with a mihrab

Condition

In overall good condition, slightly soiled, wear to the borders, the corners slightly distressed, smaller areas of restoration. The second: in overall good condition, apparently unfinished, stains. Minor repairs. Composed of three panels.
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