Antique Early 20th Century Silk Piano Shawl – Stunning Hand-Embroidered Chinoiserie (1.2m + Fringe) Description: Step back in time with this breathtaking early 20th-century piano shawl, a true masterpiece of textile art. This authentic family heirloom is crafted from heavy natural silk and features "a thousand motifs" — an incredibly dense and vibrant hand-embroidered display of traditional Oriental scenes and florals.  Key Features: Material: 100% Pure Natural Silk (ground, embroidery, and fringe).Workmanship: Highly detailed hand-embroidery with vivid colors that remain strikingly bright.Dimensions: Main body measures approx. 1.23m x 1.23m.Luxurious Details: Includes a beautiful 10cm (4") hand-crocheted silk border and an extra-long, 50cm (20") delicate silk fringe.Style: Perfect for collectors of Manton de Manila, Canton embroidery, or Edwardian/Art Deco fashion.  Condition: This is a genuine antique piece with a rich history. It shows authentic "marks of time" consistent with its age (early 1900s), which confirm its provenance. Please refer to the detailed photos for a transparent view of its current vintage state.  "A rare 'Thousand Faces' (or Hundred Figures) composition. This ivory silk shawl functions as a panoramic tapestry, showcasing intricate scenes of daily life, pagodas, and lush vegetation. Features majestic peacocks (symbols of dignity) and meticulously detailed human figures, a hallmark of the finest Canton embroidery from the turn of the century." "Extraordinary weight of 1.350 kg, reflecting the superior density of the natural silk and the masterful, heavy hand-embroidery." Shipping metod - DHL INTERNACIONAL or CTT EXPRESSO ( Portugal )