19th Century Greek Island Embroidery, Skyros 43 x 46cm / 1'5" x 1'6" Decorative A heavily abrashed medallion floats

A heavily abrashed medallion floats on a gorgeous red field filled with flowering vines

of approximately £2

Superb colours of golden yellow

even with the light wear

This massive Karadja from the Heriz district of North West Persia is very striking and handsome

19th Century Greek Island Embroidery, Skyros 43 x 46cm / 1'5" x 1'6" Decorative A heavily abrashed medallion floatsThe cockerel is an Ancient Greek symbol of strength and fertility. Here is a beautifully drawn and colourful, silk embroidery that was probably a cushion cover made for ceremonial purposes. The silk stitches change colour before your eyes as you move around it in a fascinating manner. A truly rare and exciting collectors item. 1'5" x 1'6" (frame)