A LAKAI EMBROIDERED BAG FACE, UZBEKISTAN, CIRCA 1900

A LAKAI EMBROIDERED BAG FACE, UZBEKISTAN, CIRCA 1900

of typical shield shape, worked on green velvet, with polychrome silk embroidery, complete with pendent tassels and geometric cross-stitch edging, approximately 46cm in length

From the Collection of Pip Rau
For an introduction to the collection, please see Lot 1 in this sale

Condition Report:

velvet generally in good condition, minor rubbing or losses in-keeping with age, minor marks and loose threads, a portion of the upper edging with related similar cross-stitch section. Plain chambray type cotton backing