Pair of bed curtains, 18th century, Greek Islands, Patmos, Silk on linen, 1) L. 87 1/2 x W. 20 3/4 inches ( x cm


Pair of bed curtains, 18th century, Greek Islands, Patmos, Silk on linen, 1) L. 87 1/2 x W. 20 3/4 inches ( x cm); 2) L. 87 3/4 x W. 21 inches ( x cm), Textiles-Embroidered, The focal point for textile furnishings in the traditional house in the Cyclades was the bed in an alcove or on a raised mezzanine. The main bed was curtained off, and it was the curtains plus cushions and bolsters that comprised the bulk of domestic fabrics


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