Absolutely Exquisite Antique embroidered MANTON DE MANILA PIANO SHAWL. Made from a jet black color background silk embroidered with matching black colored silk thread. This shawl features wonderful Jacobean flowers. Square shape with hand tied/knotted macrame silk strands that make up the fringe on 4 sides of the shawl.
Please view the photos as this is part of the description. This shawl is in very nice antique condition..........there are a few pinhead holes - these are only visible when held up to the light-I have not laundered this lovely gem.
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82" x 84" square includes 11" of fringe along all 4 sides
The photos do not capture how beautiful this shawl really is.
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Mantones de Manila (piano shawls) were made in China and brought to the Europe and USA via the galleon trade.
Although not a Chinese tradition, these shawls were made in China to meet European demand.
The trade of these beautiful silk shawls started in the 17th century and reached its peak in the 19th century.
The old piano shawls reminiscent of the galleon trade are treasured in wealthy European and American homes, and are passed on as heirlooms to the next generation.
Vintage clothing is worn/pre-loved and has sometimes been in storage for a number of years. I launder or dry clean some items, but ultimate laundering or dry cleaning, before wearing, is the buyer's responsibility. Items are sold "as is". I will describe any flaws that I notice. All vintage clothing is bound to have a trivial flaw here or there. Majority of pieces I list are between 30 and 100 years old and will have normal wear indicative of their age. If you have any questions, please ask before buying. I may miss something super minor that does not affect the overall look of the piece in any way. I want YOU to enjoy the unique and lovely pieces that I offer to you. 011-050-25b