Two Tibetan silk embroidered door curtains
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Early 20th century
Each depicting black Mahakala, a powerful symbol of protection in the Buddhist faith; both double-faced silk embroidery with gilt thread accents and polychrome thread fringe, 2 pieces
Each: 34" H x 29" W
Each depicting black Mahakala, a powerful symbol of protection in the Buddhist faith; both double-faced silk embroidery with gilt thread accents and polychrome thread fringe, 2 pieces
Each: 34" H x 29" W
Condition
Each overall good condition with creasing and signs of wear commensurate with age and use. Discoloration and staining to the silk on the reverse for each Gilt thread has oxidized heavily on the older textile. Both have fading to the silk and fringe throuout. Loose threads and fiber loss throughout on the older textile. Lastly, the older textile is missing a 7.75" portion on fringe on the lower right side.
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Two Tibetan silk embroidered door curtains
Estimate $400 - $600
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