A vintage Egyptian Revival applique tapestry textile wall hanging, Late 20th Century
This belonged to my great grandfather who traveled the world. I have no idea how old it is or where he got it as he travelled to Egypt several times. I framed it years ago as the fabric was beginning to deteriorate. I have never had it appraised, don’t know if it is an antiquity or what would like to know if I should keep it to pass down, or consider selling it as I am moving overseas in the future. Thank you May sell but only if the amount makes it worth while More photos available if you need.
76 inches by 31 inches
Inherited
Yes
Hi Diane,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Egyptian Revival applique tapestry textile wall hanging
Late 20th Century
Depicting a stylized battle with horses, archers and spearmen, including the pharaoh in a chariot, to the right.
31 inches high by 76 inches long, framed.
CONDITION: This appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$400-600*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia
Completely a fair question, Diane, thanks for asking!
I have worked with textiles - both historic and more modern - for going on three decades, as a dealer, as an auctioneer (working for auction houses on both US coasts (three of which had international offices) and as an appraiser. I can tell from the strength of the colors and the condition of the linen that this is not old; if it were old, the colors would be very faded (even if recently discovered in, say, a tomb, and the fabric would have weakened and the threads loosened.
I hope I've answered your questions but if not, please let me know.
Have a great day,
Delia
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How do you know this is not an antiquity or value higher. I had one other look at it and they estimated value in the thousands. What is your background. Thank you