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Vintage Sun Dress
Vintage Sun Dress

Vintage Sun Dress

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Vintage Sun Dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Charming vintage linen sundress in a pleasant blue green. There is bead work decoration over crewel

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1960s Unknown Sheath Dresses

Charming Figural Beaded Change Purse, Belgium
Charming Figural Beaded Change Purse, Belgium

Charming Figural Beaded Change Purse, Belgium

Located in New York, NY

Charming Figural Beaded Change Purse with crewel work embroidery of a couple having a "moment

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1950s Belgian Wallets and Small Accessories

Crewel Embroidered Coat
Crewel Embroidered Coat

Crewel Embroidered Coat

Located in New Hope, PA

Antique crewel embroidery has been hand appliqued to this custom made wool coat from an Oyster Bay

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20th Century Unknown Coats

1920s French Black Silk Bag With Floral Embroidery & Hand Beadwork Frame
1920s French Black Silk Bag With Floral Embroidery & Hand Beadwork Frame

1920s French Black Silk Bag With Floral Embroidery & Hand Beadwork Frame

Located in London, GB

crewel work embroidery on both the front and back. The clasp fastening and top edge are beaded in

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1920s French Art Nouveau Handbags and Purses

Edwardian Embroidered Chiffon Collar and Neckcloth Set, 1910s
Edwardian Embroidered Chiffon Collar and Neckcloth Set, 1910s

Edwardian Embroidered Chiffon Collar and Neckcloth Set, 1910s

Located in Tucson, AZ

especially in the collar, which is laden with articulate crewel work. Set of two pieces of Edwardian

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1910s Unknown Neckcloths

Exquisite Hand Embroidered Vintage Cashmere Coat.
Exquisite Hand Embroidered Vintage Cashmere Coat.

Exquisite Hand Embroidered Vintage Cashmere Coat.

Located in University City, MO

over with a luxurious garden of flowers and twining leaves. Crewel style embroidery of cashmere

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1980s Pakistani Caftans

Vintage Kashmiri Crewel Embroidered Wool Coat
Vintage Kashmiri Crewel Embroidered Wool Coat

Vintage Kashmiri Crewel Embroidered Wool Coat

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Size: Small to Medium (2-6)

Vintage Kashmiri Crewel Embroidered Wool Coat

Located in Houston, TX

crewel embroidery technique- in a distinctly Kashmiri design. The dress features heavy pink and green

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20th Century Unknown Coats

1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape
1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape

1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape

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Size: One size fits all

1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape

Located in Rockwood, ON

perfection The collar, and the entire circumference of the cape is covered in stunning crewel work embroidery

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Clothing

Exceptional Antique Hand Embroidered Coat or Gown
Exceptional Antique Hand Embroidered Coat or Gown

Exceptional Antique Hand Embroidered Coat or Gown

Located in Rockwood, ON

! The photos do not come close to doing it justice. The work is all done by hand - the crewel embroidery

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20th Century Coats and Outerwear

Naeem Khan Crewel Embroidered Deco Gown
Naeem Khan Crewel Embroidered Deco Gown

Naeem Khan Crewel Embroidered Deco Gown

By Naeem Khan

Located in Toronto, ON

decorated with crewel embroidery. Ethnic Indian inspired design of elephants and flowers in cherry pink

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Evening Dresses and ...

Naeem Khan Black and White Embellished Cocktail Dress - Size 12
Naeem Khan Black and White Embellished Cocktail Dress - Size 12

Naeem Khan Black and White Embellished Cocktail Dress - Size 12

By Naeem Khan

Located in Westhampton Beach, NY

This elegant Naeem Khan dress features a layer of black net overlayed with white crewel embroidery

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Pastel Crewel Embroidered Detailing Black Jacket
1960s Pastel Crewel Embroidered Detailing Black Jacket

1960s Pastel Crewel Embroidered Detailing Black Jacket

Located in Rockwood, ON

This is a lovely, lightweight jacket covered in extensive crewel embroidery. The base is a black

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1960s Jackets

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Located in Milano, IT

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

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Located in Toulon, FR

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Located in Tucson, AZ

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By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Questions About Crewel Embroidery
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Crewel that dates back to the 16thh century is a type of embroidery, which uses two-ply worsted wool that creates a raised effect on the fabric because of the thicker wool yarn. Crewel is derived from the word ‘krua’ that means wool. Antique and vintage crewel embroidery pieces can be found on the 1stDibs, dating back to the 1960s and other eras.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Embroidery is the umbrella term for all types of different needlepoint work. Crewel, popular in the 17th and 18th centuries, is a type of embroidery that uses a fine wool thread, which comes in a variety of colors. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic crewel pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.

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