{"product_id":"antique-heirloom-whitework-embroidery-linen-cushion-cover-c19th-italy","title":"Antique Heirloom Whitework Embroidery Linen Cushion Cover: C19th Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003eDating from the 19th century this extraordinary hand worked corded whitework embroidered cushion\u003cbr\u003ecover. The base fabric is a medium-weight, home-loomed linen in a natural ecru or off-white tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raised, three dimensional patterns are created using corded couching (also referred to as corded whitework or Punto Riccio), where a linen cord is stitched onto the surface to build relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout displays historical baroque styling, characterized by symmetrical scrolled vines, stylized floral palmettes, and geometric framing borders.\u003cbr\u003eThe edge features a dense, hand-knotted buttonhole stitch or blanket stitch border that creates a durable, decorative scalloped rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis style of heavy, raised relief embroidery is typical of Italian Casalguidi \u0026amp; Punto Riccio, Italian regional needlework specializing in high-relief, sculpted floral bands over a plain linen base, utilized for heirloom linens, decorative cushion covers from the late 19th to early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003e49cm x 49cm plus 12cm tassels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003eExcellent antique condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hannah Whyman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57237402091893,"sku":null,"price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0499\/8080\/1179\/files\/497A4AE7-254F-4D42-88CD-5C379A781BEB.jpg?v=1780149560","url":"https:\/\/hannahwhyman.co.uk\/products\/antique-heirloom-whitework-embroidery-linen-cushion-cover-c19th-italy","provider":"Hannah Whyman","version":"1.0","type":"link"}