Silk Furniture

A rare Suzani but with some condition issues. The background silk has some damage, splits and loss but the embroidered parts are in good shape.

This is a silk jacket (Coat for winter) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1970s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...

In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or collectors...

This hand-knotted 3x5 wool and silk rug features an elegant oversized floral design rendered in rich charcoal against a luminous golden field. Inspired by classic botanical motifs ye...

A finely embroidered silk civil rank badge panel framed in a wood frame circa late Qing dynasty 19th century. The square rank badge is known in Chinese as ...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of Stamped Charles-Emile Moinat restored antique French Louis XVI armchairs with floral ...

Antique 48 Stars American Flag on cotton silk , distressed, in rustic wooden frame.

DAISY The Contemporary-Renaissance Lady For more than 22 years we have been committed to offering you unique collections in terms of design and quality. Using an ancestral manufac...

Antique Tapestry One of pair 3'7'' x 5'2''.

Large Scale Framed Italian Silk Embroidery Textile Panel, dating from the 18th century. The textile displays a finely balanced symmetrical design of scrolling acanthus vines and abundant blossoming flowers in soft tones of rose, blue, green, and gold on a neutral background. Each stitch reveals the exceptional craftsmanship typrical of Italian embroidery of the period, likely originating from a noble household or religious setting. The embroidery is bordered with its original fringe edge and preserved under a custom gilt frame, lending the piece both protection and an elegant presentation. This panel will be perfect as a statement piece in a hallway, dining room, or above a console. This framed antique...

Discover the timeless elegance of this early 20th-century French Aubusson tapestry featuring a captivating design inspired by the 15th-century museum tapestry based on the series of ...

Vintage handmade Uzbek Suzani textile from Central Asia, featuring a rich deep red ground with bold circular medallion motifs in ivory, golden yellow, navy blue, green and black embr...

Signed & Dated 1928 Watercolor on Silk by R.C. Matsuyama "Tulips in a Vase". Ryuson Chuzo Matsuyama, born Japan 1880; died Holborn, London 1954. Signed & dated lower right: "R.C. Mat...

Suzanis from the regions of Tahkent and Pishkent have some astral names such az ‘moon sky’, ‘star sky ‘. The main characteristic of these suzanis is that of ...

Three shishi, also known as foo dogs or guardian lions, play next to a golden misty waterfall. They are seen as intimidating, mythical, lion-like creatures that symbolize prosperity,...

Early painting of chrysanthemums growing from the green earth against small squares of applied gold with blue water in the distance. Mineral pigments on gold leaf with silk brocade b...

This exceptional floor lamp by Élisabeth Garouste, the celebrated French designer known for her poetic and sculptural approach to design, embodies a rare balance between craftsmanshi...

Mid-Century Modern vintage Italian floor lamp, made in Italy, circa late 1970s -early 1980s. Featuring chrome, polished brass and plated/gilt brass - this piece lends itself to any m...

Finely Woven Antique Chinese Textile, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: Late 19th Century

ERTE screenprint in Art Deco Egyptian Revival style.

Anonymous Camellia & Bamboo Taisho era Two-panel Japanese Screen. Mineral pigment, gofun and ink on silk. A small Japanese Nihonga screen capturing...

New Hand-Embroidered 100% Silk Cushion Cover – Authentic Uzbek Textile Art Elevate your home décor with this exquisite hand-embroidered Suzani cushion cover, crafted from 100% pure ...

1880 black round Victorian coffee table with top in fabric embroidered with oriental scenes, ebony.

The pillow is made out of an early 20th century, brocaded textile from Central Asia, probably Uzbekistan. It does not come with an insert but it comes with a bag made to the size an...

The suzani fragment on the frame is from a 19th C. Suzani. It is hand backed on linen and streched over a strecher and finished with a wooden frame. Ready to go on any wall. The ite...

Hand-knotted in luxurious wool & silk, this 6x9 rug from our Modern Classics collection draws inspiration from antique Tabriz rugs. On the Design: The piece reads with more of a ...

Playful Cat Hirose Toho (1875-1930) Hanging scroll, ink, mineral pigments and gofun on silk. Painting inscription: Toho Sha Painting seals: Upper - Hirose Hitoshi Lo...

This vintage daybed showcases a Louis XV or Rococo Revival influence, with its curvilinear lines, scalloped edges, and carved wooden frame. The frame showcases ornate cabriole legs, ...

Very beautiful late 19th century Aubusson Valence tapestry from Napoleon the third period, with nice floral design and beautiful colors, entirely and finely handwoven with wool and s...

Pure silk ikat panel from Uzbekistan, recently lined with linen fabric.

There are 2 wood and glass frames that must be an early firefighters lifetime collection. I'm guessing these were commemorative convention badges. Most are from New York and the surr...

New Hand-Embroidered 100% Silk Cushion Cover – Authentic Uzbek Textile Art Elevate your home décor with this exquisite hand-embroidered Suzani cushion cover, crafted from 100% pure ...

Amazing and unique Samuraï armor. Early XXth century. Composed of an iron helmet mounted with large standing rivets and "Kuwagata" decoration (shoe shaped decoration) on the front. R...

Exclusive magnificent handmade rug made of high-quality materials and design from a very high-end rug workshop. The background of this floral rug shows this glittery gold rug as very...

A rare and highly decorative set of three 17th-century Genoese textile panels, woven in silk and velvet and presented in elegant custom frames. Each panel measures approximately 127 ...

Painting with Silk fabric embroidered with flowers birds and trees China .

The Khotan Samarkand Superior Luxury Rug is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, hand-knotted from pure silk and premium wool. Designed in Lohr, Bavaria by the Djoharian Design...

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Oversized Green Fine jacquard Hand Loomed Modern Wool and Art Silk Oriental Rug. It has been woven for months and months in the centuries-old Pe...

An exceptional pair of wingback 1940s armchairs in mahogany wood frame possibly by Paolo Buffa. The armchairs embody fluid lines and hold a dramatic presence but still with an elega...

"Exquisite fragment of a border of a French Aubusson tapestry from the middle of the 17th century, featuring a beautiful design of flowers and nice natural colours, entirely hand wov...

Unusual Suzani for its group with the negative space embroidere4d in ivory cotton.

one-of-a-kind artisan footstool. This piece seamlessly blends global textile history with classic furniture design. The seat is upholstered in a vibrant, authentic hand embroidery te...

This is a silk jacket which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1980s. The haori is a traditional Japanese hip- or thigh-length jacket worn over a kimono. Resembling ...

A THANGKA DEPICTING AMITAYUS, 18TH CENTURY Tibet. Distemper on cloth, with a silk brocade frame, mounted as a hanging scroll with wood handles. Finely painted with Amitayus seated i...

Certified Kimono Meister work / Certificate of Authenticity included. One-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from vintage kimono fabrics. Sustainable artwork for modern interiors, ...

An exceptional Italian bedspread dating to the early 1970s, distinguished by its luxurious materials, generous proportions and remarkable craftsmansh...

New Hand-Embroidered 100% Silk Cushion Cover – Authentic Uzbek Textile Art Elevate your home décor with this exquisite hand-embroidered Suzani cushion cover, crafted from 100% pure ...

Superfine Signed Turkish Herekeh All Silk Pictorial Animal Rug from the 3rd quarter of the 20th centgury Details rug no. j4599 size 2' 2" x 4' 2" (66 x 127 cm) The Middle East is h...

Large table lamp from the 50's by French designers Guillerme & Chambron. Medium solid oak structure on four legs. Ceramic cups in blue-green shades used to hide the sockets, silk lam...

A newer abstract design by Joseph Carini, Divali is a 100 knot carpet, hand knotted with silk and wool. This luxurious area rug has a subtle texture- the wool background is slightly lower than the silk design. The blue and green colors are vibrant and hold tremendous depth, it really must be seen in person to fully appreciate. Inspired by organic shapes and tribal patterns, this is a modern contemporary design for many interior design styles and can be customized to your liking. Handwoven in our exclusive workshop in Nepal, this rug exudes luxury and elegance. Hand knotted with the finest hand processed Himalayan wool and Chinese silk, this fine handmade carpet is silky soft to the touch and has a beautiful sheen. Shown here in a 10x14 area rug...

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Oversize Pink Broken Persian Design Wool And Pure Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old...

18th Century Flanders Tapestry - The Swiss Guard, Pastoral Passage of the Pope - No. 1483 Period: 18th century Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool & silk Width: 275 cm Height...

Sculptural tripod floor lamp in twisted rope by French designers Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. Gorgeous design with 3 individual torch shaped lamps wrapped together by rope in the m...

Gray with Touches of Blue, Modern Jacquard Hand Loomed, Soft to the Touch Wool and Plant Based Silk, Square Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 I...

An exceptionally rare 17th century Venetian throne chair of remarkable craftsmanship. This impressive piece, standing at 135 cm high with a seat height of 51 cm, epitomizes the grand...

Authentic period French Louis XV Fauteuil , c. 1760-1780. A beautiful intricately carved and detailed walnut frame primitively constructed with original irregular wooden peg joinery....

A set of 19th-century Chinese silk tapestries, woven or embroidered entirely by hand. Left and right represents a fishing village with women and men fishing at the net. Both ba...

New Hand-Embroidered 100% Silk Cushion Cover – Authentic Uzbek Textile Art Elevate your home décor with this exquisite hand-embroidered Suzani cushion cover, crafted from 100% pure ...

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Kashmir Pure Silk 576 KPSI Panel Design Mansion Size Hand-Knotted Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian we...

Needlepoint rugs were created using the traditional needlework weaving technique that is used to make everyday items from furniture to carpets and artwork. However, it has a fascinating history both as a hobby and as an industry. When many people think of carpets, they think of pile carpets or flat weave kilims, but needlepoint has also been used to create beautiful carpets. These carpets are durable and an important part of carpet history. Archaeologists and scholars consider the roots of needlepoint to have been around 1500 BC. They consider the first needlepoint to include the fine diagonal stitches that were used to sew tents together by the ancient Egyptians. The art eventually evolved into tapestry weaving. However, a tapestry weaving differs significantly from needlepoint in that it uses a loom and vertical warp. Tapestry weaving is closer to the weaving of kilims and pile rugs than canvas work. However, some still include tapestry weaving in the category of needlepoint because of the fine work that appeared during the late Renaissance. It can have a similar appearance to the untrained eye. Technically, tapestry weaving and needlepoint are not the same, and they do not use the same technique. The first actual needlepoint rugs and needle-points began to appear in the late Renaissance. Needlepoint is worked by creating stitches on a stiff canvas. The canvas is typically made from jute or linen and is quite durable. Pieces from the Renaissance were used to cover footstools, chairs, pillows, bed headboards, and other furnishings. They were also used as table coverings and wall coverings. You could also find them on many small items such as purses, shoes, and various adornments for clothing. During the Renaissance, the craft reached a high level of skill, and the designs became incredibly detailed and realistic. They mimicked many of the subjects and styles of famous paintings of the time. They created florals, still life designs, scenes, and geometric tiled pieces. Some of them mimicked the designs found in Persian Carpets. Needlepoint reached its peak popularity in the 19th century when it was considered a proper occupation for a lady. Needlepoint and embroidery held a similar place in societal status at the time. During this time, the work became finer, with some of the canvas reaching a high level of detail. The level of detail is determined by counting the number of mesh in an inch. During this time petit point by French needlewomen could have a mesh count as high as 45 mesh. This allowed women to create highly intricate designs with incredible levels of detail. It is possible to find many antique pieces of needlepoint besides rugs. Needlepoint rugs were popular in France and Spain, where the technique was adapted to create highly intricate designs that mimicked the designs in architecture and fashion. They were popular because they were durable, and it could be fashioned into a variety of items. The canvases themselves were durable, and the wool that they used was also strong, which means that many of the pieces were able to withstand daily use. We have many artifacts that have survived from this time period. Needlepoint rugs are important collectibles because they are different from the pile rugs and kilims that are typically found on the market. Needlepoint carpets are special because they take many hours to create, especially larger works. Needlepoint pieces of any type became popular throughout Europe during the 19th century. It is still a popular hobby today, but perhaps one of the most interesting stories is that of the Portuguese needlewomen of Arraiolos. The story of these women and their beautiful carpets begins in 1492. Needlepoint was a popular occupation in Spain, which had a large population of Moors and Jews. They were an integral part of Spanish culture. However, in 1492, Queen Isabella of Spain issued a proclamation that gave these ethnic groups the order to pack their bags and board ships headed...