The Richard Waln Meirs Ottoman Silk Curtain,

An Ottoman Silk Embroidered Curtain, 17th Century. Approximately 6 ft. 8 in. by 3 ft. 11 in. (2.03 m by 1.19 m.)

Provenance:

From the Estate of Mrs. Richard Waln Meirs, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

N. B.
Richard Waln Meirs, investment banker, Princeton Class of 1888. Cruikshank Collection of Drawings and Prints

Cruikshank on Paper

Bulletin of the American Philosophical Society Library

Lot 37

Sotheby's Fine Oriental Rugs and Carpets

New York Tuesday 6/3/89

est. $12,000-$15,000

Note: To further a long term research project I am collecting data. When a piece such as this may be of interest to others I have decided to share my notes prior to culmination of the project. Any additions, information, or corrections, would be appreciated.

For Further Reading:

Guide to Rugs & Books

La Miniature En Orient

Notes on the War on Terrorism

Southwest Asia Time Line

Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

The Richard Waln Meirs Ottoman Silk Curtain,

The Richard Waln Meirs Ottoman Silk Curtain,

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