Horsehair Sofa Cushion Byzantium

This unique sofa cushion is handcrafted from fabric woven with natural black horsehair and mercerized cotton. It features handmade gold embroidery and is finished with elegant tapestry stitching.

Gold embroidery, also known as "metallic embroidery" or "goldwork" is a traditional embroidery technique that involves the use of gold or metallic threads to create intricate designs on fabric. The embroidery is done using the coaching technique. Couching: The most common technique, where the gold thread is laid on the surface of the fabric and stitched down using another finer thread. The gold threads themselves aren’t passed through the fabric, which helps preserve their shine and prevents them from breaking.

Historically, gold embroidery has been used to decorate garments, religious vestments, and ceremonial textiles, symbolizing wealth, power, and prestige.

Materials for embroidery:
Swarovski crystals,
Preciosa stones
Japanese silver thread
Japanese and French glass beads and metallic threads.

The inclusion of genuine suede adds a luxurious feel. The pillow is filled with horsehair, which ensures that it retains its shape perfectly.
This exclusive piece is made in a single copy, making it a truly unique addition to any home decor.

Size: Diametr 39cm