Vintage 17 Pc Ukrainian Balkan Hand Embroidered Linen Table Set Reversible For Sale

An absolutely spectacular 17-piece vintage hand-embroidered table linen set for eight, showcasing traditional Ukrainian/Balkan cross-stitch heritage and an exceptionally high level of textile craftsmanship.What makes this set particularly special is its masterful reversible embroidery technique. The geometric embroidery is beautifully executed on both sides, without the messy knots, loose thread tails or long jumped threads commonly seen on the reverse of ordinary embroidery. The maker carefully concealed the starting and finishing threads within the embroidered areas, requiring meticulous planning and considerable skill.The embroidery also demonstrates excellent tension control. Despite the dense geometric medallions, the fabric remains remarkably smooth without significant pulling or puckering. This precision is especially impressive across an entire coordinated 17-piece set.The traditional design features elaborate eight-pointed geometric star medallions, intricate stitched borders and an earthy palette of terracotta/rust red, burnt orange, mustard yellow and deep brown, accented by small touches of teal and green. The dense linen fabric, geometric motifs, color palette and reversible workmanship strongly align with traditional Ukrainian or Balkan cross-stitch heritage, often associated with Vyshyvanka-style needlework in Slavic regions.Complete 17-Piece Setting for 81 Table Runner / Cloth:Approx. 29” x 13.5”8 Placemats:Approx. 16” x 12” each8 Napkins:Approx. 17” x 17” eachFinding a complete matching 17-piece setting for eight with this level of detailed hand embroidery is especially appealing for collectors of vintage textiles and traditional folk art. Rather than being a few surviving individual pieces, this is a coordinated dining ensemble that can still be displayed and used as originally intended.Condition: Excellent vintage condition overall. The embroidery remains tight, colorful and beautifully preserved. Please examine the detailed photographs, including the close-ups showing the quality and reversible nature of the needlework.A wonderful collector’s textile set for an old-world, traditional European, folk-art, cottage or collected interior, and especially striking for holiday and formal table settings.