Antique Traditional Beaded and Sequinned Womans Bodice: C19th Tunisia piano shawl While similar items are often

While similar items are often labeled as 19th-century Ottoman wall hangings or prayer rugs

Possibly made by a mother for her daughters trousseau

Made by the founder of Talent for Textiles it is a work of art

It is pretty enough to have on display and would look wonderful on its own on a mannequin

56” (142cm) wide

Antique Traditional Beaded and Sequinned Womans Bodice: C19th Tunisia piano shawl While similar items are oftenItem Details. I have had this glorious womans bodice or waistcoat for many years but have decided its time for it to go to pastures new. Originally from Tunisia, North Africa this is a traditional costume bodice has patterns and techniques passed down through generations. With birds, flowers, arrows and fish along with other decorative elements, all worked in antique silver sequins and beading. The top has been entirely made by hand and has a silk