Exquisite Antique Venetian Velvets
Two archive pieces. Dating from circa 1900
An Ottoman inspired design , opulently brocaded with silks
Gorgeous opulent colours
The floral cut velvet panel incorporates silver metallic threads
A time consuming and very complex process
good antique condition throughout .
One selvage edge present
Skillfully woven by hand, Soprarizzo Velvet from Luigi Bevilacqua workshop ,
weavers to the Vatican
established in Venice since circa 1840
Interior weight fabric perfect for small projects / framing
Like all quality velvet's it changes colour in certain lights
SIZE Floral cut velvet panel is 12 inches x 5.5 inches (30cm x 14cm)
The other panel is 11 inches x 4 .5inches max
F580