Antique Gold Thread Embroidered Pale Mauve Silk Valance or Pelmet: C19th Ottoman Turkey Ottoman Skirt It is backed in a

It is backed in a soft linen and there is a length of cotton tape running along the top edge to which small brass rings have been stitched

Dimensions: All slightly different

From the Ottoman period these decorative sashes or towels would have been worn and used at special occasions and ceremonies

In excellent antique condition with one small darker mark

I  just could not resist these tactile hand painted and hand stitched antique Japanese shop ledgers or workbooks dating from the 19th century

Antique Gold Thread Embroidered Pale Mauve Silk Valance or Pelmet: C19th Ottoman Turkey Ottoman Skirt It is backed in aA beautiful handmade pale pinky mauve silk valance or pelmet with beaten gold embroidery. This a such a gorgeous soft colour and would suit most interior settings. Dating from the 19th century, this was probably part of a brides trousseau in Ottoman Turkey. Would look wonderful as a pelmet over a window of piece of furniture, or hanging above a bed. Measurements: 217 x 52cm Condition: The pelmet is in good antique condition commensurate with age.