A hand-embroidered metallic-thread panel in the Zardozi tradition. Tightly coiled metallic wire (Dabka coil work) is shaped by hand into floral rosettes, petal-like loops, vine tendrils, and chevron patterns, mounted on a translucent net backing with a plain-weave reinforcement layer. Framed: 25¾" × 7". Panel itself: 25¾" × 2½".

Provenance: Acquired from an estate sale. The previous owner's collection included a notable amount of World War II–era effects and several Asian textile pieces consistent with service-era travel, suggesting (but not confirming) the panel was brought back from Asia by a U.S. serviceman during or shortly after the war.

About Zardozi: From the Persian "zar" (gold) and "dozi" (sewing), Zardozi is one of the oldest forms of metal-thread embroidery. The technique flourished in India under Mughal patronage and continued as a regional craft well into the 20th century. This panel is in that later hand-worked tradition — not a contemporary reproduction.

Independent appraisal: Professionally appraised by Mearto. Fair-market value $150–$250. Dated early-to-mid 20th century, attributed as Southeast Asian goldwork (region narrowed by tradition to North India). Metal described as gold-plated silver or copper rather than solid gold.

Note: silver bracelet and gold necklace shown in some photos are for color reference only and are not part of the sale.