Search 0
5,621  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
LATEST STOCK
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA783337
FOR SALE
£850
Email Phone Buy
Save
A Rare Antique Greek Epirus Textile Fragment (Mounted) 43x25cm
For sale by Haliden Oriental Carpets
for sale €995     $1,080
£850
Haliden Oriental Carpets

Haliden Oriental Carpets

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jan 2017
Browse dealers 185 items
  • About Us
    Dealer in antique decorative carpets, runners, oriental and tribal rugs, cleaning and restoration specialist
  • Trade Associations
    Haliden Oriental Carpets is a registered member of LAPADA 
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA783337
PDF SHARE
SAVE

A Rare Antique Greek Epirus Textile Fragment (Mounted) 43x25cm

18th century
Description

A beautiful Epirus textile fragment, professionally mounted.

18th century

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Haliden Oriental Carpets has dated this Antique Epirus Textile Fragment to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA783337
Dealers Notes

1. All rugs hand washed and moth proofed.

2. Money back guarantee in not totally satisfied.

3. Free international shipping with UPS or FedEx on all items.

4. Free top quality underlay (UK only).

5. Friendly and efficient service, never a hard sell guaranteed.

Description
A beautiful Epirus textile fragment, professionally mounted.

18th century

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Haliden Oriental Carpets has dated this Antique Epirus Textile Fragment to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA783337
Haliden Oriental Carpets
Haliden Oriental Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017

Dealer in antique decorative carpets, runners, oriental and tribal rugs, cleaning and restoration specialist

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Haliden Oriental Carpets Profile Page

Trade Associations

Haliden Oriental Carpets is a registered member of LAPADA 

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A rectangular mounted antique textile fragment featuring red silk embroidery depicting two confronting peacocks beside a central jug on a natural linen ground.
1 / 2
Archive I A rectangular mounted antique textile fragment featuring red silk embroidery depicting two confronting peacocks beside a central jug on a natural linen ground.

A Rare Antique Greek Epirus Textile Fragment (Mounted) 43x25cm

Archive II A rectangular mounted antique textile fragment featuring red silk embroidery depicting two confronting peacocks beside a central jug on a natural linen ground. View II
Enlarged Archival View
Haliden Oriental Carpets

Haliden Oriental Carpets
Telephone 07774 606196
Location
Clevedon
North Somerset
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/haliden
Verified Since Jan 2017
Items For Sale 185
Items Sold 767
Haliden Oriental Carpets
Haliden Oriental Carpets
Verified Since Jan 2017
View Dealer Info
Location: Clevedon, North Somerset, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/haliden
Verified
Jan 2017
For Sale
185
Sold
767
A rectangular mounted antique textile fragment featuring red silk embroidery depicting two confronting peacocks beside a central jug on a natural linen ground.
A rare antique Greek Epirus textile fragment (Mounted) 43x25cm
Ref: SA783337
A rectangular mounted antique textile fragment featuring red silk embroidery depicting two confronting peacocks beside a central jug on a natural linen ground.
Detail View 1
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTextile Art
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGreek Folk Art
  • MaterialLinen, Silk
  • ColourCrimson Red
  • MotifsConfronting peacocks, Central jug motif, Silk needlework, Floral border
  • SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This 18th century Greek folk art textile fragment consists of a mounted rectangular piece of natural linen embroidered with crimson red, blue, and yellow silk needlework. The Maximalist Wonderland style decoration depicts two large confronting peacocks beside a central jug motif, surrounded by floral border patterns and small birds, with additional embroidered motifs running along the lower edge of the textile. Measuring 43 cm high, 25 cm wide, and 3 cm deep, the fragment shows visible wear to the fabric surface and thread work consistent with age. Today, this framed textile art serves as a decorative wall hanging suited for display in narrow wall spaces within a living room, hallway, or study. The neutral linen ground paired with the bright red and blue silk threads provides a historic focal point that complements traditional or eclectic home interiors.

FAQs

Epirus textiles originate from Northern Greece, particularly Ioannina, which was a major embroidery centre during the Ottoman era. These hand-stitched textiles are recognised for their dense silk threads and motifs depicting birds, vessels, and stylized foliage.

Traditional Epirus embroideries were created using fine silk or wool threads worked onto hand-woven linen or cotton grounds. Dyes were derived from natural vegetable sources to create rich shades of crimson, indigo, and yellow.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-worked darning or cross-stitches on hand-loomed linen grounds, showing minor irregularities typical of artisan work. Key motifs include confronting peacocks, floral sprigs, and central urns, with colour fading consistent with age.

A mounted textile fragment can be framed under non-reflective glass and hung within a gallery wall or positioned above a console table. The organic texture and historical motifs provide a contrasting focal point against clean modern walls.

Position the textile away from direct sunlight, heating vents, and high humidity to prevent fibre breakdown and thread fading. Avoid surface cleaning with water or domestic detergents, consulting a professional conservator for stabilization if required.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories