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

Dating from the 18th century this is as amazing survivor from Ottoman Turkey

It lends a beautiful depth and texture to suggest foliage

56” (142cm) wide

this must have been made for a church of some importance

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