TWO TRADITIONAL WOMEN'S DRESSES OR THOBS, SYRIA, FIRST HALF 20TH CENTURY

TWO TRADITIONAL WOMEN'S DRESSES OR THOBS, SYRIA, FIRST HALF 20TH CENTURY

the first of plain black ground, with polychrome cross stitch embroidery to the bodice, sleeves and hems, orange cord lining the edges of hem, cuff and collar, approximately 136cm in length, the second of plain black ground, with polychrome cross stitch embroidery to the bodice and sleeves, with zipper pocket, approximately 118cm in length (2)

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

Condition Report:

the first generally in good condition some losses and rubbing to side panel embroidery and hem, orange cord along the hem is loose in some areas, the second with slight fading and rubbing, loose seams, some scattered darns