Textiles auctions
Wool, 212 x 148 cm Condition: good Starting price: 1,000 Estimated value: 1,500–2,000; ask about this item
The fabric features a monochromatic palette of brown and ochre tones. The composition is divided into a central pictorial field and a wide ornamental border. In the center are three figures standing against the backdrop of a simplified landscape: Eastern Krakowiaks—two men and a woman in characteristic costumes: sukman-kierezje with a so-called “suka,” or richly embroidered collar, and a...
Tapestry, wool, linen (lining), 160 x 120 cm. Label sewn into the back, inscribed: “ZOFIA MATUSZCZYK-CYGAŃSKA WARSAW, 20 B STANÓW ZJEDNOCZONYCH St., m65“ALGI” 160 x 120”. Zofia MATUSZCZYK-CYGAŃSKA ( 1914–2011) Textile designer and painter. In 1933, she began studying mathematics at the University of Warsaw; a year later, she transferred to the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. After...
Satin embroidery, silk; 200 x 10 cm, raw edges This sash was used to tie around the waist of a woman’s apron; it was tied at the front in a bow (maszla), with the ends hanging freely. Starting bid: 800 Estimated value 1,000–1,200; inquire about this item
A rectangular panel with a curved upper edge, made of cream-colored silk and decorated with polychrome silk embroidery depicting a symmetrical floral arrangement in the Rococo style. The central motif features a bouquet of red and yellow roses, flanked by two large stylized blue flowers and surmounted by flowers in shades of yellow and apricot. The design is framed by elegant C- and S-shaped s...
Leather, silk, white metal, 33 x 39 cm Starting price 200 Estimated value 300–400; ask about this item
92 x 86 cmwith fringes and tassels made of gold thread
placemat 43.5 cm; napkin 44x43 cmTwo placemats have stains
Monika and Paweł Althamer, *Man in a Coat*, height 33 cm, mixed media/fabric.
240 x 170 cmBorder and central frame featuring diamond-shaped geometric inserts and openwork floral motifs. Napkins with scalloped festoon edges and cutwork corners (40 x 40 cm). Slight foxing. Never used.
250 x 180 cm Decorated with two concentric internal frames and a large scalloped lace border around the perimeter. Holes and storage stains.
305 x 165 cm, napkin 45.5 x 43 cm
35 x 24 cm (the placemats) and 115 x 40 cm (the table runner)yellowing and minor imperfections
Monika and Paweł Althamer, “Businessman with a Briefcase,” height 33 cm, mixed media/fabric.
230x150 cmDecorated with a central openwork frame featuring circular motifs and a rich perimeter flounce with geometric-floral inserts. The canvas is adorned with floral cutwork embroidery. Halos.
260x150 cmCentral composition of three interlocking floral medallions. Scalloped festoon border. The same decorative details appear on the corners of each napkin. Never used.
230x140 cmIn the center, a geometric and floral openwork lace insert. One storage stain. Never used; stored in its original Purolino box.
240 × 160 cmThe border and central medallion are openwork and embroidered with a floral motif. Some minor staining from storage.
Tablecloth 222 x 166.5 cm; Napkin 40 x 40 cmsmall stain
Lightweight linen tablecloth with 12 napkins decorated with fruit, flowers, lemons, and butterflies
450 EUR
275 x 167.5 cm, napkin 39.5 x 39.5 cm
Tablecloth 250 x 200 cm; napkin 46 x 47 cm The tablecloth features a central panel of floral medallions. Twelve matching napkins with cutwork floral embroidery at the corners and a lace border. Slight signs of wear on the lace. Never used.
75 d cmConcentric and perforated decoration.
380 x 170 cm, napkins 42 x 42 cmnever used
263 x 168 cm, napkins 42 x 41.5 cm
tablecloth 240x160 cm; napkin 47.5x51 cm