A fine example of an early 1960`s Asafo Flag from the Fante people of the Cape Coast of Ghana . Each Asafo Officer will have his own Flag and proverb relating to the Flag . This Flag means `it is a brave man who pulls the Leopards tail `

A very fine Hungarian weaving in subtle colours circa 1950 . Depicting two chickens.

Azerbaijan has a rich history of rug weaving, stretching back several centuries. The country stands at the crossroads of various cultures, and its carpets reflect this in their creativity and diversity. As such, these pieces are highly sought-after, well-known for their wide range of designs and dynamic use of vegetable-dyed colours.

This c. 1900 flatweave is a fine example, with a tight weave lending a crisp clarity to its drawing, and a creative, spontaneous, design, which, despite its age, gives the work a modern feel. Its earthy palette includes a range of terracotta, ivory and camel tones, all in gracefully aged organic dyes.

Retained in very good condition, this charming tribal piece would serve well either as a carpet or as a decorative wall hanging.

A characterful piece, which would make a welcome addition to any space.

Kente textile from the Ashante people of Ghana . This piece has been woven from hand spun cotton and natural indigo dyes. As with all Kente this piece has a story to tell.

The design on the textile is called `A thousand shields ` and would be worn by  a high ranking wife of an Ashante warrior. This is a complicated piece of weaving only afforded by higher ranking individuals within the group. The piece was collected in the Kumasi area which is the heartland of the Ashante. The piece measures 260cm x 140 cm.

It lends itself to many applications , bed cover , sofa throw or table cover are only a few examples. The item will date from around 1940.

A very rare example of weaving in rayon from the Ewe people of the Volta region of Ghana in West Africa. Datin from the mid 1950`s this piece of weaving will have been created as an alter cloth for a local church and will have been one of the first pieces of rayon weaving produced by the Ewe with the rayon having been imported from the United Kingdom. There are several floating motifs sewn into the main fabric of an Ecclesiastical nature. This piece would make a very interesting table covering .

This a very fine example of Ewe Kente cloth from the Volta Region of Ghana in West Africa. Woven from hand spun cotton with natural pigments . This textile will date from around 1930 and would be worn solely on ceremonial occasions. The piece would have been owned by a Royal  Courtier who would have stood by the right hand of the Chief. The colour combination would indicate the individual was of high status and he was ` the elder of twins` ` Atapayin`. The piece measures 284cm x 201cm and is in fine condition . This piece would make a fine dinning table cover or a stunning statement piece hanging in any room.  Price £2,800

Beautiful 18th Century Aubusson Tapestry.

This tapestry was hand-made in central France in the valley of the Creuse.

Aubusson Verdure tapestries originated from workshops set up between the towns of Clermont- Ferrand, and Limoges in France.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, Aubusson successfully rivaled Gobelins and Beauvais tapestry.

They generally relied upon engravings, with their most famous tapestries decorated with illustrations drawn from the fables of French poet Jean de La Fontaine. Figures are set against a background of ‘verdure’ in Aubusson tapestries.

With signs of wear throughout, in the form of tears and dis-coloring.

Circa 1780.

Tibetan weavers produced rugs and trappings for a variety of purposes. These woven artefacts often have great charm, such as this lovely saddle cover with its soft fleecy wool and great dyes. Note the apricot field and raspberry border. Attractive ornamentation. The composition is highly graphic and would work equally well on a wall or floor. In very good condition. Professionally cleaned.

This is a very pretty 19th century suzani from Uzbekistan with a lovely repeating floral design. Embroidered in silk on a fine cotton background in 5 panels, the design is elegant yet quite rustic. Pretty shades of fuchsia, greens and light blues. This would make an ideal wall hanging. Lined with an original chintz backing. In generally good condition.