Bedspread - 230 cm - 190 cm
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A Turkish 1940s floral bedspread or wall tapestry in red silk velvet, measuring 230 × 190 cm.
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Large bedspread/tapestry, floral print, 1940s – Eastern Europe
Material: silk velvet
Period: 1940s
Origin: Eastern Europe
In good condition for its age and use
Dimensions: 230 x 190 cm / Fringe: 6 cm
An exceptional decorative bedspread from Eastern Europe or Turkey, dating to around the 1940s. This piece stands out for its exquisite craftsmanship and rich symbolic significance, a direct legacy of the rich textile tradition influenced by the East. It features a complex floral design crafted in luxurious silk velvet.
The deep red velvet serves as the background for the profuse floral composition, dominated by an elegant, symmetrical central medallion. Around it are floral motifs arranged like petals, in warm shades of red, ochre, pink, and green. In Turkish culture, which has been strongly influenced by Eastern art, flowers are not merely decorative; they symbolize a wide range of virtues, including prosperity, beauty, and a connection to the spiritual world.
The design is completed by a botanical and geometric border, resembling garlands, and a fringe around the outer edge of the bedspread. This decorative detail not only adds movement but also brings the piece to a sophisticated finish.
Beyond its function as a textile, this bedspread is a true cultural witness to its time and place. Its patterns draw inspiration from natural elements, ancestral beliefs, and symbolic narratives characteristic of the decorative arts of Eastern Europe and the southern Mediterranean. Its entirely handcrafted construction required a very high level of technical skill and the use of fine materials, ensuring its beauty and durability to this day.
Shipping will be paid by the buyer according to the dimensions, weight, and destination. We will contact you to arrange shipping and agree on a quote. Shipping costs include custom professional packaging and personalized shipping with tracking and insurance. The buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and associated taxes in the destination country. Please note that the seller accepts no responsibility for possible customs charges, as these are levied in the destination country and the amount payable is determined by that country’s customs authorities.
Seller's Story
- ABOUT US - Fragonard Interiors is a company with experience for more than 30 years, with a team of experts specialized in antiques, design pieces, works of art and interior design projects.
We always seek excellence and originality in each of the pieces, chasing as much customer satisfaction as possible.
By giving a new life to the pieces and works of art, we manage to perpetuate their soul and activate a circular economy of objects.
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: fragonard_interiors
The packaging is professional and adapted to each piece, with tracking number and shipping insurance. 100% AUTHENTICITY AND QUALITY CONTROL. Each item sold is analyzed, studied and authenticated by experts.
WORLD DELIVERY We ship to all countries served by international courier service providers such as DHL, UPS ...
You can also arrange for yourself to pick up at our physical location.
Translated by Google TranslateLarge bedspread/tapestry, floral print, 1940s – Eastern Europe
Material: silk velvet
Period: 1940s
Origin: Eastern Europe
In good condition for its age and use
Dimensions: 230 x 190 cm / Fringe: 6 cm
An exceptional decorative bedspread from Eastern Europe or Turkey, dating to around the 1940s. This piece stands out for its exquisite craftsmanship and rich symbolic significance, a direct legacy of the rich textile tradition influenced by the East. It features a complex floral design crafted in luxurious silk velvet.
The deep red velvet serves as the background for the profuse floral composition, dominated by an elegant, symmetrical central medallion. Around it are floral motifs arranged like petals, in warm shades of red, ochre, pink, and green. In Turkish culture, which has been strongly influenced by Eastern art, flowers are not merely decorative; they symbolize a wide range of virtues, including prosperity, beauty, and a connection to the spiritual world.
The design is completed by a botanical and geometric border, resembling garlands, and a fringe around the outer edge of the bedspread. This decorative detail not only adds movement but also brings the piece to a sophisticated finish.
Beyond its function as a textile, this bedspread is a true cultural witness to its time and place. Its patterns draw inspiration from natural elements, ancestral beliefs, and symbolic narratives characteristic of the decorative arts of Eastern Europe and the southern Mediterranean. Its entirely handcrafted construction required a very high level of technical skill and the use of fine materials, ensuring its beauty and durability to this day.
Shipping will be paid by the buyer according to the dimensions, weight, and destination. We will contact you to arrange shipping and agree on a quote. Shipping costs include custom professional packaging and personalized shipping with tracking and insurance. The buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and associated taxes in the destination country. Please note that the seller accepts no responsibility for possible customs charges, as these are levied in the destination country and the amount payable is determined by that country’s customs authorities.
Seller's Story
- ABOUT US - Fragonard Interiors is a company with experience for more than 30 years, with a team of experts specialized in antiques, design pieces, works of art and interior design projects.
We always seek excellence and originality in each of the pieces, chasing as much customer satisfaction as possible.
By giving a new life to the pieces and works of art, we manage to perpetuate their soul and activate a circular economy of objects.
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: fragonard_interiors
The packaging is professional and adapted to each piece, with tracking number and shipping insurance. 100% AUTHENTICITY AND QUALITY CONTROL. Each item sold is analyzed, studied and authenticated by experts.
WORLD DELIVERY We ship to all countries served by international courier service providers such as DHL, UPS ...
You can also arrange for yourself to pick up at our physical location.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Silk, Velvet
Country of origin
Türkiye
Length
230 cm
Colour
Red
Width
190 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1940-1950
Including Pillow Cases
No
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