{"product_id":"vintage-guatemalan-textile-no-2","title":"Antique Guatemalan Textile No 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautifully hand-embroidered antique textile from Guatemala, later overdyed in a rich burnt sienna, giving the piece warmth and depth while preserving the intricacy of its original embroidery. The densely stitched surface is composed of geometric motifs, stepped forms, and stylised symbolic figures arranged in rhythmic bands, with a striking diagonal panel of embroidered diamonds creating a strong sense of movement across the textile. Subtle accents of olive green, muted plum, and charcoal emerge through the embroidery, adding quiet contrast and highlighting the extraordinary craftsmanship of the original maker.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with softly textured hand-twisted fringes, 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 an understated storied presence 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 43 cm x 85 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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ellei Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47650786017528,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/4264\/files\/Ellei_Home_Vintage-25_1f588f41-baa3-4b7e-b1d8-3c43ad05e413.jpg?v=1771587430","url":"https:\/\/www.elleihome.com\/products\/vintage-guatemalan-textile-no-2","provider":"Ellei Home ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}