Vintage Hungarian Kalocsa 3pc Set Topper & Doilies Hand Embroidered Richelieu Lace 1970s

This stunning 3-piece vintage set includes one central table topper and two coordinating coaster doilies, offering a vibrant showcase of authentic Hungarian Kalocsa folk art. Perfect for adding a pop of colorful cottage decor to your home, each piece features a lush garden of hand-stitched wildflowers with dense, multi-colored embroidery against the antique-white linen. Framed by a meticulously finished scalloped border, the doilies show exquisite Richelieu lace openwork. These textiles make a highly attractive focal point for your table.

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Personal story: Residing in Budapest, I source these handmade linens directly from Hungarian locals, bypassing middlemen and machine made replicas.

Size: Mat  34 x 34 cm, Doilies 11-12 cm

Condition: Good vintage quality. Consistent with its 50-year history, the textile features a soft, greyish-off-white tone—a natural patina of time. Authentic characteristics include small, scattered amber age spots (foxing) and faint surface marks, both hallmarks of its genuine heritage. 

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. Forget machine replicas—hold a piece of living history and pure folk-art spirit in your hands!