Vintage Hungarian Kalocsa Doily Hand-Stitched European Richelieu Cutwork 1970-80s

2026-05-01T12:35:48-07:00

Type: Textiles
Price: 35.00

Elevate your space with this authentic, square Hungarian doily. This hand-stitched piece features a vibrant spray of traditional wildflowers—including a bold red poppy, delicate pink roses, and a graceful purple tulip. The colorful floral center is framed by an intricate Richelieu lace border with a classic scalloped edge.

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Personal story: I sourced this piece from a woman living in Budapest. It was an heirloom passed down to her from her mother. It is consistent with the handmade style of the 1970s and 1980s.

Details:

Size: Approximately 18 x 17 cm size and 10 grams weight.

Condition: Excellent vintage quality. Consistent with its 40 to 50-year history, the linen features a soft, aged tone—a natural patina of time. Authentic characteristics may include scattered amber age spots and faint surface marks, both hallmarks of genuine heritage.

Embroidery: The embroidery features a vibrant, hand-stitched central spray of traditional wildflowers in rich reds, purples, and pinks, with each petal and leaf rendered in the dense, raised texture that defines the masterful quality of the Kalocsa style. This colorful floral arrangement is framed by a square Richelieu lace border that features intricate open-work windows and a delicate scalloped edge.

Care: Vintage textiles require specialized cleaning; please research the proper protocols if you wish to iron or clean this piece.

What is Kalocsai? Kalocsai embroidery is a dazzling explosion of Hungarian spirit that transforms simple fabric into a colorful garden of wildflowers and sun-drenched peppers. While Kalocsa art began in the 19th century as simple white-on-white lace, it erupted into a vivid celebration of Hungarian pride, captured in every hand-stitched petal.

These aren't just linens; they are defiant survivors of a vanishing heritage. Forget machine replicas—hold a piece of living history and pure folk-art spirit in your hands!