{"product_id":"vintage-guatemalan-textile-no-1","title":"Antique Guatemalan Textile No 1","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautifully hand-embroidered antique textile from Guatemala, later overdyed in a warm palette of soft terracotta that lends the piece exceptional warmth while preserving the intricacy of its original embroidery. The densely stitched surface is composed of geometric motifs, stepped forms, stylised birds, and symbolic patterns arranged in rhythmic diagonal bands that flow gracefully across the textile. Vibrant accents of emerald green, teal, deep plum, golden ochre, and indigo emerge throughout the embroidery, creating a joyful contrast against the softly overdyed ground and highlighting the extraordinary craftsmanship of the original maker.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with fringes in soft peach tones, this textile possesses both visual richness and a wonderfully tactile quality. Whether displayed as a table runner, hung as a wall textile, or layered across a console or sideboard, it brings warmth, texture, and a quiet sense of story to an interior. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith acknowledgement and gratitude to the artisans who wove and embroidered this remarkable textile. It is both a functional object and a cultural artefact, reflecting generations of Guatemalan weaving and embroidery traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chichicastenango, Guatemala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique, early to mid 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwoven cotton with hand embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eapproximately 90 cm x 44 cm without tassels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good antique condition, with age-appropriate wear, minor fraying, and gentle irregularities consistent with its age and previous use. The later overdyeing has been sympathetically carried out, preserving the intricate embroidered detail while giving the textile renewed life and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a result of the overdyeing technique, we advise hand washing only when absolutely necessary. Please note that the colour may bleed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that this is a genuine antique textile. Gentle signs of age, wear and small imperfections are to be expected and celebrated as part of its unique history and character.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ellei Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47650718974200,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/4264\/files\/Ellei_Home_Vintage-19_c51214c0-2a9a-43e1-8139-768a3ec25b88.jpg?v=1771587367","url":"https:\/\/www.elleihome.com\/products\/vintage-guatemalan-textile-no-1","provider":"Ellei Home ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}