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43 X 46cm Late 19th Century Greek Island Embroidery, Skyros
James Cohen Antique Carpets
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James Cohen Antique Carpets

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43 X 46cm Late 19th Century Greek Island Embroidery, Skyros

19th century
Description

The cockerel is an Ancient Greek symbol of strength and fertility. Here is a beautifully drawn and colourful, silk embroidery that was probably a cushion cover made for ceremonial purposes. The silk stitches change colour before your eyes as you move around it in a fascinating manner. A truly rare and exciting collectors item.

1'5" x 1'6" (frame)

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Skyros Embroidered Panel to the 1880s.

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SA1198407
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The cockerel is an Ancient Greek symbol of strength and fertility.
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Here is a beautifully drawn and colourful, silk embroidery that was probably a cushion cover made for ceremonial purposes.
James Cohen Antique Carpets

The silk stitches change colour before your eyes as you move around it in a fascinating manner. A truly rare and exciting collectors item.

1'5" x 1'6" (frame)

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Skyros Embroidered Panel to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1198407
James Cohen Antique Carpets
James Cohen Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2021

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles 16th-19th centuries

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A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads.
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Archive I A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads.

43 x 46cm Late 19th Century Greek Island Embroidery, Skyros

Archive II A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads. View II
Archive III A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads. View III
Archive IV A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads. View IV
Archive V A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads. View V
Archive VI A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads. View VI
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James Cohen Antique Carpets

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A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads.
43 x 46cm Late 19th Century Greek Island Embroidery, Skyros
Ref: SA1198407
A square mounted late 19th-century Skyros embroidered linen panel featuring a stylised bird motif in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey silk threads.
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Skyros embroidery refers to traditional silk-on-linen needlework produced on the Aegean island of Skyros, historically created for domestic furnishings such as bed drapes, pillow covers, and towels. These textiles frequently feature stylised animal motifs, birds, and floral elements influenced by Byzantine, Ottoman, and Venetian design traditions.

These embroideries were typically executed using polychrome silk threads on hand-woven linen or cotton ground fabric. Dyes were derived from natural vegetable sources, resulting in characteristic soft tones of terracotta, pink, ochre, green, and blue.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-spun linen foundations, irregular stitch patterns such as darning stitch or satin stitch, and characteristic iconographic motifs like crested birds or cypresses. Additionally, natural dye mellowing and subtle age-related surface patina distinguish period examples from modern reproductions.

Mounting and framing the textile behind UV-protective glass allows it to serve as a focal artwork in neutral or minimalist spaces. Incorporating framed antique textiles alongside modern furniture adds historical texture, colour contrast, and visual interest to contemporary walls.

Display the textile away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fibre degradation and colour fading. Ensure the fabric is mounted onto acid-free backing boards using archival conservation techniques rather than adhesive or pressure framing.
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