Antique Ottoman Era Magenta Pink Silk Velvet Panel with Traditional Hand Applied Silver Braiding: C19th Algeria shawl embellished with sequins which originally

embellished with sequins which originally came from a theatre in the South of France

An exquisite micro beaded Victorian pouch bag from England and dating from the 19th century

Measurements:  188cm L  X   238cm W

Length: 280cm

Antique Ottoman Era Magenta Pink Silk Velvet Panel with Traditional Hand Applied Silver Braiding: C19th Algeria shawl embellished with sequins which originallyThis textile shares significant characteristics with Ottoman Empire and Algerian embroidery traditions. While similar items are often labeled as 19th century Ottoman wall hangings or prayer rugs, its specific style is highly consistent with traditional Algerian "Fetla" or "Mejboud" silver or gold thread embroidery. The intricate, swirling gold colored threadwork is characteristic of Algerian Fetla, a traditional embroidery technique often used on