Khedival Khayamiya tent fabric Egypt, early 20th century Measure: 280 X 170 cm
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A large heavy cotton fabric embroidered with a central rosette surmounted by four niches, two cartouches with an Arabic inscription (Nasr al men Allah, God is help) and a crowned finial in the upper area. Fabrics of this kind served as decoration for tents and functioned as protection from heat and dust. The etymology derives from the Arabic word khayma (tent). Stylistically, they are characterised by a heavy cotton base and hand-stitched applications in bright colours.Antique examples are rare and musealised (an exhibition was held at the Museum of Islamic Art Malaysia from October 2015 to January 2016) and can also be found in historical photographs or in 19th-century Orientalist paintings.
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Small damages
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280 x 170 cm
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Khedival Khayamiya tent fabric Egypt, early 20th century Measure: 280 X 170 cm
Estimate €1,000 - €1,500
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