Hand-Stitched Egyptian Khayamiya Appliquéd Placemats - From the street fashion of tentmakers in Cairo - Lotus Flower Table Setting- Made in Egypt

Hand-stitched Egyptian cotton appliqué placemats with arabesque design. Made in Cairo, Egypt. These navy placemats come in a set of 4.
Placemat Measurements- 12.25"x17"

This piece is from the Khayamiya (tentmakers) district of old Cairo. For over 1,000 years, the tentmakers of Cairo hand-stitched huge panels (some as large as 10 feet x 20 feet!) with elaborately patterned and colorful arabesque designs that were attached to the interior of tents, serving a dual function of shelter and ornament. By popular demand in recent years, the tentmakers started making smaller pieces and pillowcases.

In ancient Egypt, the Lotus Flower is a symbol of fertility and rebirth.
***Due to the increase in missing packages from USPS, we have decided to offer a signature fashion required shipping upgrade option. We highly suggest you upgrade your shipping as many of these items are one-of-a-kind and cannot be replaced. If your order is not shipped signature required, we will not be able to offer a refund if the tracking says “delivered” but the package is missing.***