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Early Antique Embroidery Silk & Metallic Thread Balkan Textile - 8 ft 7 in x 6 ft (2.62 m x 1.83 m) - Curated collection of antique, vintage and modern rugs Early Antique Embroidery Silk & Metallic Thread Balkan Textile Size: 8 ft 7 in x 6 ft (2.62 m x 1.83 m) This early Balkan textile, worked in silk and metallic thread, presents a lavish interplay of foliate scrolls and centralized botanical medallion on a rich indigo ground. Likely created for ceremonial or ecclesiastical use, its refined composition reflects the region?s historical fusion of Ottoman, Byzantine, and local embroidery traditions. Condition: Lot # 417 is in fair condition. There is a backing hand sewn to stablize and protect the piece in the original condition. It is best to keep the piece in original and aged condition. Please contact our rug experts at auction@nazmiyal.com or call us for any questions you may have at 212.545.8029. Please note that all lots are sold ”AS IS. ” Condition reports are given as a courtesy to our clients and shall not be deemed as a guarantee of the lot's condition, quality, and authenticity. The absence of a condition report does not imply the item is in perfect condition.