{"product_id":"antique-embroidered-baby-bodice-afghanistan-rita-okrent-collection-aa581","title":"Antique Embroidered Baby Bodice, Afghanistan - Rita Okrent Collection (AA581)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA bodice piece from a baby's outfit, circa early 20th century, hand-stitched in colorful silk floss on a dark cotton ground, with front and back panels connected at two corners and an opening for the head. The design centers on a radiating sunburst of looped, scrolling embroidery surrounding the neck opening, bordered by rows of small floral and geometric motifs in purple, orange, and cream. The piece is lined in a printed paisley cotton. According to the seller, the piece was likely handed down through generations within a family. Sourced in Afghanistan in the late 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sunburst motif and mix of colors make for a striking, elegant design.\u003cbr\u003ePieces like this were often embroidered for a child's protection and adornment.\u003cbr\u003eA wonderful example of tribal embroidery technique, preserved even after the original garment was gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eProvenance: Circa early 20th century, Afghanistan; likely handed down through generations; sourced late 1970s\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 7 x 7 inches (17.8 x 17.8 cm)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Some loose threads, no staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eArtifacts and Antiques Item 581\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52253041688878,"sku":"Artifacts and Antiques Item 581","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2352\/4865\/files\/2E4DFFA1-D5D9-4014-999E-30EE0FF2E63D_1_105_c.jpg?v=1782767676","url":"https:\/\/ritaokrent.com\/products\/antique-embroidered-baby-bodice-afghanistan-rita-okrent-collection-aa581","provider":"Rita Okrent Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}