How were antique silk panels used historically?

These textiles served multiple domestic and ceremonial functions, acting as wall hangings, dowry items, or decorative room dividers. Many were integrated directly into furniture such as screens, mirrors, and cupboard doors. Others functioned as garments, rank badges, or domestic embroideries meant to display needlework proficiency within the home.

How do I identify the period of a silk panel?

Dating relies on examining the stitching techniques, material composition, and stylistic conventions characteristic of specific eras. Seventeenth-century pieces often feature stumpwork or heavy metal thread embroidery, while 19th-century works frequently display machine assistance or distinct regional motifs. Original framing, mounting methods, and documentary evidence embedded in the stitching further help establish the date of creation.

How should I care for a textile panel?

Protecting silk embroidery from direct sunlight prevents the fading of natural and synthetic dyes over time. Displaying panels away from excessive moisture and fluctuating temperatures preserves the integrity of delicate protein fibres. Professional mounting behind UV-filtering glass ensures the textile remains secure without putting undue tension on the historic ground fabric.

What is the difference between a suzani and an ilgich?

A suzani is a large embroidered textile from Central Asia traditionally created as part of a bride's dowry. They typically feature expansive floral roundels and botanical symbolism. An ilgich or uut kap represents specific smaller embroidery forms or bag faces associated with nomadic Lakai and Uzbek traditions, executed in distinct geometric styles.

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An antique silk panel brings textile art and historic needlework into a room as a focal point, offering centuries of global craftsmanship.

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Fine 19th Century Hardwood Chinese Silk Firescreen

From Abersoch Antiques

£595

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Antique Saryk Turkmen Chuval Face, 9 'Salor' Guls, White Cotton & Crimson Silk, Circa 1880.

19th century

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Antique Saryk Turkmen Chuval Face, 9 'Salor' Guls, White Cotton & Crimson Silk, Circa 1880.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,500

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George III Sheraton Pole or Fire Screen, Circa 1790

18th century

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George III Sheraton Pole or Fire Screen, Circa 1790

From Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall

£1,200

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Antique Embroidery Technique Sampler, English, Needlepoint Display, Circa 1915

18th century

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Antique Embroidery Technique Sampler, English, Needlepoint Display, Circa 1915

From London Fine Antiques

£985

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17th century

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Stumpwork Embroidery - King Charles II and His Favourite Mistress, 17th Century

From Treaders Collectables

£25,000

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18th century

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Three Framed Early Needleworks

From Prometheus Antiques

£225

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Japanese Silk Textile by Iida Takashimaya Company

19th century

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Japanese Silk Textile by Iida Takashimaya Company

From Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

£12,500

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69th Battery Royal Field Artillery Framed Commemorative Embroidery

19th century

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69th Battery Royal Field Artillery Framed Commemorative Embroidery

From Elmgarden

£660

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19th century

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Rosewood Chiffonier Brass Inlaid

From James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)

£1,950

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Antique Photographic Prop Screen, Japanese, Silk Cotton, Room Divider, Victorian

19th century

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Antique Photographic Prop Screen, Japanese, Silk Cotton, Room Divider, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£895

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A pair of French silk embroideries immortalises domestic poultry, capturing the distinct expressions of local cockerels and hens beneath faux tortoiseshell.

18th century

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Needlework

From Midwinter Antiques

£995

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19th century

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Chinese Silk Screen

From Midwinter Antiques

£1,995

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George II Lords Prayer Sampler Sarah Reading 1729

18th century

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George II Lords Prayer Sampler Sarah Reading 1729

From Wickersley Antiques

£695

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19th century

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Regency Simulated Rosewood Side Cabinet

From S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

£4,250

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19th century

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A 19th Century Sampler No Name

From Wickersley Antiques

£160

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19th century

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C19th Pair of Needlework Pictures

From Beresford Antiques LTD

£195

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Antique Silk Panel

Fine 19th Century Hardwood Chinese Silk Firescreen

Antique Saryk Turkmen Chuval Face, 9 'Salor' Guls, White Cotton & Crimson Silk, Circa 1880.

George III Sheraton Pole or Fire Screen, Circa 1790

Antique Embroidery Technique Sampler, English, Needlepoint Display, Circa 1915

Stumpwork Embroidery - King Charles II and His Favourite Mistress, 17th Century

Three Framed Early Needleworks

Japanese Silk Textile by Iida Takashimaya Company

69th Battery Royal Field Artillery Framed Commemorative Embroidery

Rosewood Chiffonier Brass Inlaid

Antique Photographic Prop Screen, Japanese, Silk Cotton, Room Divider, Victorian

Needlework

Chinese Silk Screen

George II Lords Prayer Sampler Sarah Reading 1729

Regency Simulated Rosewood Side Cabinet

A 19th Century Sampler No Name

C19th Pair of Needlework Pictures

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