{"product_id":"vintage-hungarian-doily-set-a","title":"Vintage Hungarian Kalocsa Doily 18pc Set Hand Embroidered Floral Cottage Table Decor 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis set of 18 doilies showcases authentic Hungarian Kalocsa folk art, featuring a garden of hand-stitched wildflowers. Your set includes 6 round wreath pieces, 6 round mixed flower pieces, and 6 square mixed flower linens. The dense, multi-colored embroidery pops brilliantly against the vintaged linen, framed by a scalloped border. Adorn your end tables, nightstands, or display cabinets with a coordinated touch of charming European heritage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(245, 10, 10);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(254, 6, 0);\"\u003eShips free from EU! Buyers cover customs fees. Courier delivery requires a physical street address (no P.O. box). Add more\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.satincrystals.com\/collections\/hungary\"\u003eEuropean Specialties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto your order. Thanks!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal story:\u003c\/strong\u003e Residing in Hungary, I source these handmade linens directly from local ladies - bypassing middlemen and machine made replicas. These 18 pieces are one unified family heirloom set originating from a town near Budapest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Approximations:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePieces range from\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 14 - 16 cm with variances for handmade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eCondition:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eGood vintage quality. Consistent with its 50-year history, the textile features a soft, greyish-off-white antique 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbroidery: \u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece features a rich, hand-stitched floral arrangement showcasing flowers like deep red roses, bright yellow zinnias, and purple lilies accented by delicate blue forget-me-nots. The set includes various coordinated designs, each rendered with the dense, raised texture that defines the masterful artisan quality of the Kalocsa style. \u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe professional finish of the scalloped, buttonhole edges is a hallmark of the folk art cooperatives that were highly active in Hungary during the 1970s and 80s. These meticulous borders provide a durable yet delicate frame for the high-quality, pearlized cotton threads used throughout the sets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage textiles require specialized cleaning; please research the proper protocols if you wish to iron or clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Kalocsai?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Experience the beauty of a radiant garden brought to life! Kalocsai embroidery is a dazzling explosion of Hungarian spirit that transforms simple fabric into a colorful garden of hand-stitched wildflowers and sun-drenched peppers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Satin Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48772708499706,"sku":"tx00008","price":93.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1547\/3947\/files\/e45ffbca-5823-4919-936a-300d43d0f3ad.jpg?v=1781334024","url":"https:\/\/www.satincrystals.com\/en-gb\/products\/vintage-hungarian-doily-set-a","provider":"Satin Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}