Textiles auctions
Wool, 212 x 148 cm Condition: good Starting price: 1,000 Estimated value: 1,500–2,000; ask about this item
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...
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...
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
Monika and Paweł Althamer, “Businessman with a Briefcase,” height 33 cm, mixed media/fabric.
placemat 43.5 cm; napkin 44x43 cmTwo placemats have stains
35 x 24 cm (the placemats) and 115 x 40 cm (the table runner)yellowing and minor imperfections
Monika and Paweł Althamer, *Man in a Coat*, height 33 cm, mixed media/fabric.
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.
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.
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.
75 d cmConcentric and perforated decoration.
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
305 x 165 cm, napkin 45.5 x 43 cm
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.
380 x 170 cm, napkins 42 x 42 cmnever used
tablecloth 240x160 cm; napkin 47.5x51 cm
263 x 168 cm, napkins 42 x 41.5 cm