Lot Essay
A similar brocade panel depicting a floral spray separated by a looped lattice, albeit on a green ground, was sold in these Rooms, 5 October 2010, lot 228. Another was sold at Bonhams London, 10 April 2008, lot 300.
.jpg?w=1)
.jpg?w=1)
.jpg?w=1)
PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE ENGLISH COLLECTION
A SILK BROCADE PANEL
SAFAVID IRAN, 17TH CENTURY
Details
A SILK BROCADE PANEL
SAFAVID IRAN, 17TH CENTURY
The cream ground with offset floral sprays of blue and pink flowers, contained within a cusped lattice, with composite floral border and green backing fabric
24 ¾in. (62.9cm.) square
SAFAVID IRAN, 17TH CENTURY
The cream ground with offset floral sprays of blue and pink flowers, contained within a cusped lattice, with composite floral border and green backing fabric
24 ¾in. (62.9cm.) square
Provenance
Thomas Lavington Jacks (1884-1966)
With Colnaghi Oriental, London, 1984
With Colnaghi Oriental, London, 1984
Literature
Arthur Upham Pope and Phyllis Ackerman (eds), A Survey of Persian Art from Prehistoric Times to the Present, vol.6, London & New York, 1938-1939, pl.1085B
Exhibited
International Exhibition of Persian Art, Burlington House, 1931, cat.407F.
Further details
Some countries prohibit or restrict the purchase and/or import of Iranian-origin property. Bidders must familiarise themselves with any laws or shipping restrictions that apply to them before bidding on these lots. For example, the USA prohibits dealings in and import of Iranian-origin “works of conventional craftsmanship” (such as carpets, textiles, decorative objects, and scientific instruments) without an appropriate licence. Christie’s has a general OFAC licence which, subject to compliance with certain conditions, would enable a buyer to import this type of lot into the USA. If you intend to use Christie’s licence, please contact us for further information before you bid.
Brought to you by
Sara Plumbly
Director, Head of Department
A similar brocade panel depicting a floral spray separated by a looped lattice, albeit on a green ground, was sold in these Rooms, 5 October 2010, lot 228. Another was sold at Bonhams London, 10 April 2008, lot 300.