Antique / Early 20th Century Ottoman-Influenced Textile Vest, Gold Embroidered Velvet Waistcoat 1980s Likely originating from Sindh or

Likely originating from Sindh or Punjab

The embroidery panels

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Excellent vintage condition overall with remarkable preservation for such a delicate silk piece

this silk chiffon day dress perfectly captures the era’s move toward softness and elegance in women’s fashion

Antique / Early 20th Century Ottoman-Influenced Textile Vest, Gold Embroidered Velvet Waistcoat 1980s Likely originating from Sindh orAn extraordinary antique velvet vest richly decorated with heavy gold couching embroidery, likely dating to the early 20th century and originating from the Ottoman cultural sphere (Anatolia Balkans). The front panel is crafted from deep crimson velvet and densely adorned with raised metallic braid embroidery in scrolling vegetal and medallion motifs. The gold thread has developed a soft aged patina over time, giving it depth and quiet luminosity