Lot 30
 

ALBANIA, CIRCA 1930
Handspun and handwoven cotton warp, wool weft, natural dyes
68.75 x 130.5 in (175 x 332 cm)


Shkodra is an important cultural and economic centre in northwestern Albania, and one of the oldest and most historic places in the country. It has a long history of folk art, weaving, and embroidery with bright colours. This striking red kilim from Shkodra is made with the tapestry technique. The present lot is a rare piece because the motifs are said to be influenced by Greek and Macedonian designs. Jasleen Dhamija acquired the present lot in Shkodra in 1994 from the woman shown in the photograph. Her mother had woven the kilim.




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  Lot 30 of 82  

WOVEN TREASURES: TEXTILES FROM THE JASLEEN DHAMIJA COLLECTION
19-20 OCTOBER 2016

Estimate
Rs 2,50,000 - 3,50,000
$3,790 - 5,305

Winning Bid
Rs 3,00,000
$4,545
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)










 



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