252 - An Elaborate Velvet and Gold-Thread Taqsireh, Palestine, Bethlehem, Early 20th Century

An Elaborate Velvet and Gold-Thread Taqsireh, Palestine, Bethlehem, Early 20th Century Of dark velvet, richly embroidered on all sides with numerous floral motifs in gold thread, the dark ground setting off the gold embroidery. Length: 51 cm; maximum shoulder width: 82 cm Literature: A similar item is illustrated in: Weir, Shelagh. Palestinian Costume . London: British Museum Publications, 1989. Condition: For a condition report, please contact office@alma.auction. All items are sold as is, and buyers are responsible for checking condition before bidding. The absence of condition notes does not imply good condition.