{"product_id":"vintage-hand-embroidered-linen-tablecloth-cross-stitch-54-x-72-neutral","title":"Vintage Hand Embroidered Linen Tablecloth Cross Stitch 54 x 72 Neutral","description":"\u003cp\u003eItem: Tablecloth Material: Linen\/cotton, embroidery floss Primary Color: Ivory \/ Cream Secondary Color: Taupe \/ Ecru Style: Traditional, Folk, Cottage, Farmhouse Technique: Hand-counted cross-stitch embroidery with hand-worked edging Shape: Rectangular Dimensions: Approximately 54\" × 72\" Maker: Unknown Country of Origin: Unknown Vintage: Yes Estimated Circa: 1930–1950 Condition: Excellent vintage condition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse of the embroidery is visible in the photographs and provides wonderful evidence of its handmade construction. The irregular thread paths and carried floss reveal the considerable amount of work involved in creating the design. The embroidery appears to have been counted and stitched directly through the linen rather than worked on a separate canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo sides of the outer edge is also hand finished, with matching floss worked repeatedly around the perimeter. This additional detail gives the cloth a beautifully cohesive appearance and speaks to the care invested in its construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe precise maker and country of origin are unknown. The geometric counted-thread design has similarities to several European folk embroidery traditions, but without provenance it would be inappropriate to assign it to a particular country or region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstimated Circa: 1930–1950\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReturns may be requested within 7 days of confirmed delivery. For returns based on taste, expectations or change of mind, the buyer is responsible for the original shipping cost and return shipping. The tablecloth must be returned in the same condition in which it was received.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage textile note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade and vintage textiles may show subtle variations in fibers, stitch tension and construction consistent with age and handwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/vintage-embroidered-linens-identify-date-collect\"\u003eRelated Journal guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53705242378516,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1465\/9604\/files\/d57ceced-e8f1-4822-a605-30e6fd4fc085.jpg?v=1787357956","url":"https:\/\/needleworkfarmhouse.com\/products\/vintage-hand-embroidered-linen-tablecloth-cross-stitch-54-x-72-neutral","provider":"Needlework Farmhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}