Turkmen Wall Decorations

An impressive Japanese embroidery tapestry circa 1890s Meiji period, presented with brocade border on linen canvas in a Lucite shadow box. The stunning design features three dragons coiling and flying in the clouds. The high relief technique used to render the dragons using mostly the silver threads gives this piece a tremendous sense of motion. The most auspicious mythological creature in Japan and China, dragons were a very popular motif in textile art. In this particular piece, it is the impressive size, the superb craftsmanship, the profuse use of silver threads and near perfect condition that set it apart. Japanese Meiji textiles were widely exhibited in the west during turn of the 20th century at the international exposition. It was used to showcase the Japanese aesthetics with the techniques at their pinnacle. These expositions solidified the country's images overseas and felled the Japanese craze in the west, which turned out to be a long-lasting influence on the western art. Many pieces were purchased and stayed in the west. It is likely this estate piece was from one of the expositions based on its high quality. For two similar dragon tapestries...

Antique Uzbek Bokhara Suzani Embroidered Textile Wall-Hanging Tapestry, Mid-19th Century Three columns of design make up the field of this Suzani embroidery from the Central Asian c...

An antique pair of Grand Tour intaglios in wooden frames with a total a 72 medallions. Wear consistent with age and use. circa 19th century, Italy.

A spectacular Japanese embroidered silk panel beautifully presented in a gilt frame suspended in a lucite shadow box with gilt wood border. The silk picture is dated to 1890-1910s toward the end of Meiji Period, when Japanese started to participate international expose by presenting its best art and craft. Elaborate embroidered silk tapestry like this was very popular among westerners due to its superb craftmanship and also exotic subject matter that was often derived from classic Japanese folklore, mythology and various motifs. The tapestry on offer is such an example. It depicts an old couple...

This is a traditional Japanese fishing implement called an "uke," crafted from bamboo during the Meiji to early Showa period. It was placed in rivers to trap eels and loaches, which,...

A massive Japanese embordered tapestry professionally displayed in a custom acrylic shadow box. The fine work of textile art is dated to 1890-1920s, late Meiji (1868-1912) or possibl...

Hand-Embroidered 100% Cotton New Suzani Fabric Wall Hanging – Timeless Textile Art Experience the beauty of Central Asia craftsmanship with this exquisite hand-embroidered 100% cotto...

A stunning and unique fine artwork that features an antique wood carving - seemingly depicting a medieval knight on horseback - set against a silken silver matting and centered in an...

Rare 19th century Majolica fish heads oyster plate from North of France (Onnaing unsigned). Reference: Page 130 "Collecting oysters plates" of...

Tapestry of the 20th century in perfect condition of conservation. Negotiable price and free delivery. Dimension: 85 x 75 cm.

Large 1970s Mod Op Art Textile Art Wall Hanging Signed Fabregas '74 Offered for sale is a large 1970s Mod Op Art textile wall hanging created in bold colors in felt. The piece is...

This is an old bamboo vase made from the Meiji period to the Taisho period (1868-1920). It is made in the shape of a fish cage using thin bamboo strips. In Japan, fish caught in rive...