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

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · James Cohen Antique Carpets
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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)

Date of Manufacture

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

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

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
43cm (16.93")
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. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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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. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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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  • ObjectTextile Panel
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGreek Folk Art
  • MaterialLinen, Silk
  • ColourWarm Cream
  • MotifsCrested bird motif, darning stitch, stylised feathers
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 43 cm (17 in)

This late 19th-century Greek island textile panel exhibits the distinctive characteristics of Skyros folk art from 1880. Comprising a warm cream linen backing decorated with silk embroidery, the piece showcases a central crested bird motif rendered in pink, terracotta, ochre, and soft grey threads using darning stitches. Stylised feathers fill the wings, tail, and base beneath the feet. Measuring 46 cm high and 43 cm wide, the square mounted panel is presented on a neutral linen backing board. Suitable for display in domestic settings today, the textile fits well upon narrow wall spaces within living rooms, hallways, or studies. The traditional motifs and muted colour palette complement heritage interiors, bohemian schemes, and eclectic gallery walls. The structural arrangement allows the work to function as a focal point within a room without requiring complex installation or extensive clearance.

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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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