This antique silk handkerchief features double-sided hand embroidery, showcasing precise craftsmanship where both sides are visually identical. Crafted in the 1920s, this piece represents high-level needlework artistry, characterized by its scalloped fan borders and delicate pastel palette.
Historically, such reversible hand-embroidery required extraordinary precision, as every thread had to be concealed within the stitches to eliminate visible knots or raw edges. This technique was highly prized in European and Asian export lace schools during the early 20th century for ceremonial accessories.
Specifications:
- Period: circa 1920s
- Technique: Double-sided hand embroidery (reversible), scalloped hand-finished edge
- Size: 30 x 30 cm (11.8 x 11.8 inches)
- Material: Natural silk, embroidery thread
- Condition: Excellent vintage state, clean textile with stable fibers and intact embroidery
This piece serves as an authentic specimen for textile historians, a wedding accessory, or a refined addition to a collection of antique linens.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.