Antique Ottoman Silver Thread Embroidered Panel: C19th Turkey

This textile is an Ottoman antique silver bullion wire embroidery panel, dating back to the 19th century.

It features intricate metallic thread work (often referred to as silver bullion or purl wire) hand-embroidered onto a fine silk satin backing. The deep, darkened color of the embroidery is a natural result of the silver oxidizing over time.

The heavy, textured relief pattern uses historical techniques closely related to stumpwork or raised metallic embroidery, giving the floral and heart-shaped motifs a three-dimensional quality.

While pieces of this exact scale and motif arrangement are highly collectible, they traditionally trace back to two primary historical sources:Ottoman / Turkish (Dival Work).

Master embroidery styles from this region frequently featured heavy metallic threading on silk, using stylized floral bouquets or traditional vases.

Measurements:
32cm wide x 92cm long

Condition:
Some splits to silk satin commensurate with age.
This embroidery would benefit from
being stretched and mounted ready for framing, a service we offer at our textile conservation studio in the Cotswolds, England. Please ask us for details and a quote.