Original Manila shawl, hand-embroidered in the 20th century (1924-1932).
The exclusive Manila Shawl is silk brocade on black natural silk fabric, it has four sides, large size, from the 3rd season of Chinese Master Shawls for Manila.
It is an authentic Manila Shawl, originating from Chinese master embroiderers, it is not an imitation or replica, it is an original masterpiece from the beginning of the 20th century (between 1924 and 1932), completely hand-embroidered by Chinese masters for craft exports. from Manila.
The entire piece is intricately hand-embroidered in high relief with colorful natural silk threads representing flowers, birds of paradise and lotus flowers indicating the third season of shawls of that time, which were made in China for the Manila trade in the 20th century (1924-1932) and then they were sent to famous traditional shops in Spain or Argentina, and used in the Spanish flamenco dances of the time or simply to display the luxury of traditional fashion in the most refined places such as Seville, Madrid , Barcelona, Buenos Aires and other countries.
This vintage garment is luxurious, charming, original and very rare to find in such excellent condition. It was appreciated by queens, princesses and high society, in addition to being an exclusive piece for flamenco dance and Argentine tango.
It is a great luxury for nostalgic people and fans of flamenco dancing, or simply to display framed in a room as a beautiful decorative historical piece.
The garment is very well preserved for its age, in new condition, without damage, with its colors intact, it is sent very well packed in tissue paper and a box for proper conservation.
Total measurements:
Big size, 240 x 240 cm (Fabric 180 x 180 cm, including 60 cm of manual knotting and fringes)
Weight: 896 grams.
Original Manila shawl, hand-embroidered in the 20th century (1924-1932).
This is an antique and vintage item, so some imperfections may be natural and normal, please look at the photographs that are part of the descriptions, the condition for its age is very good thanks to careful conservation.
The stands and decorations shown in the descriptive photos are not included in the sale, unless indicated in the conditions of sale.
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