{"product_id":"folk-embellished-child-s-vest","title":"Folk Embellished Child’s Vest","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA striking vintage folkloristic child’s vest featuring an intricate hand-applied decorative pattern of cowrie shells and silver tone metal discs over a richly striped woven textile in plum, burgundy, olive, and muted earth tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe geometric composition is beautifully balanced with floral motifs and symmetrical detailing, giving the piece a strong ceremonial and artisanal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis vest has the feel of a traditional festive garment rather than everyday wear, likely created for folk celebrations, dance performances, rituals, or community gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe handcrafted embellishment and symbolic shell decoration suggest a probable origin in North or West Africa, or possibly a broader Afro tribal ceremonial tradition, though without further provenance I would present this as a stylistic attribution rather than a certainty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn terms of era, it appears most likely \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emid to late 20th century\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, possibly \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1970s, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ebased on the construction, materials, and decorative approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe frayed lower edge and handmade finish add to its authentic, expressive presence and emphasize its textile art quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA rare and visually powerful piece, perfect as a collectible garment, display textile, costume archive piece, or statement styling layer for editorial and fashion storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alva - Morgaine | Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52931304751440,"sku":"292","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1026\/0560\/files\/IMG_5198.heic?v=1776782521","url":"https:\/\/www.alva-morgaine.com\/products\/folk-embellished-child-s-vest","provider":"Alva - Morgaine | Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}