#9 • Khayamiya Egyptian Textile

Part of Textiles and Treasures, III (timed auction by Walnut Hill Auctions)

High bid $9.00

Status: Sold

20th century hand-sewn appliqué textiles depicting ancient Egyptian style motifs. The long desert scene is approximately 43’’ x. 18.5’’ and has had a rod pocket hand-stitched to allow it to be a wall hanging. It’s large stitches allows for it to be removed, if desired. There is some loose hem stitching in the upper left corner. Under the donkey, the material is showing wear. The other, depicts an Egyptian farmer and shows some staining to the bottom section and left border. It’s approximately 17’’ x 42’’T.