9. 9R An Ottoman metal thread-embroidered silk portière Egypt or Syria, 19th Century in the form of a mihrab, the red ground embroidered with metal thread, with interconnected inscription-filled cartouches terminating in serpent heads and tails, the spandrels and interstices with vegetal interlace, girih motifs to base of each pier 330 x 185 cm. Inscriptions: undeciphered. Important Notice to Buyers Some countries, e.g., the US, prohibit or restrict the purchase by its citizens (wherever located) and/or the import of certain types of works of particular origins. As a convenience to buyers, Bonhams has marked with the symbol R all lots of Iranian (Persian), Syrian or Afghan origin. It is each buyer's responsibility to ensure that they do not bid on or import a lot in contravention of the sanctions or trade embargoes that apply to them.