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Vintage Hungarian Kalocsa Doilies 2 Hand-Embroidered Richelieu Heirlooms 1970s

Vintage Hungarian Kalocsa Doilies 2 Hand-Embroidered Richelieu Heirlooms 1970s

€43,95 - €43,95
€43,95
€43,95 - €43,95
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This pair of square doilies is handcrafted to bring timeless European elegance to your home. Hand-embroidered in the iconic Kalocsa style, each features a pastel floral bouquet framed by a continuous Richelieu cutwork border. A rare handmade duo, these heirlooms are a beautiful testament to a vanishing Hungarian heritage.

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Personal story: These are two of nine pieces I sourced from a woman in a village near Kalocsa. It was hand-embroidered in the 1970s by her mother, Rozália, a local who lived to the age of 86. More than a decor, owning this doily is an act of preservation, keeping the rare artistry of traditional Hungarian handwork alive. 

Visual Details: 

  • Size: A matching pair of 18 cm squares; total weight is approximately 24 grams.

  • Embroidery: The center features dense, textured stitching of lilies and wildflowers in a pastel palette of rose-pink, lavender, and muted yellow. A sophisticated, mirrored floral composition makes these a perfect matching set for bedside tables or display cabinets.

  • Richelieu Border: The lacy frames are meticulously hand-cut and reinforced with delicate thread "bars" (brides), a hallmark of high-skill needlework.

  • Condition: Excellent vintage quality. Consistent with their 50-year history, the textiles feature 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 genuine heritage. Vintage textiles require specialized cleaning; please research the proper protocols.

History of Kalocsa: Originating in the 19th century as white-on-white "hole embroidery," Kalocsa textiles evolved into a "radiant garden" of vibrant wildflowers representing Hungarian regional pride. Today, this artistry is a vanishing heritage as mass-produced machine work increasingly replaces the soul and precision of authentic hand-stitching.

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