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Mezzaro Blockprinted Tree of Life Hanging: C1850 Genoa,Italy velvet embroidery Both date from the mid

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Description

Both date from the mid 19th century and are on their original sample card with hand written notations from the manufacturer

After some research we have discovered that the figure depicted was Bagoas

dark indigo blue and terracotta

The silk embroidery is extremely well done and would have been worked by a professional workshop for export to Europe

A decorative watercolour of the “favorite du Roi de Perce” (favourite of the King of Persia) 4th century BC

Mezzaro Blockprinted Tree of Life Hanging: C1850 Genoa,Italy velvet embroidery Both date from the midHand block printed Mezzaro, wall hanging. Produced in Genoa, Italy around the mid 19th century, mezzaros were inspired by Indian Palampores and chintzes. These were produced to meet the European demand for this popular type of exotic wall decoration which was much in demand. Depicting a tree of life, with various wild animals and exotic birds. Printed onto fine cotton ground in a light fresh colour way of pinks and mustard yellows. Completely block

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