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"A rare investment-grade textile from the early 20th century. Features high-density gold-wrapped thread (Skalli) and hand-formed karkoucha. A significant piece for high-end textile collectors." A rare ceremonial specimen from the mid-20th century (c. 1930s–1950s) reliably attributed to the master workshops of Fez. This kaftan represents a significant example of pre-industrial Moroccan textile art.
Construction & Material Analysis:
• Ground Fabric: Heavyweight black satin-weave silk or silk-blend.
• Brocade Structure: Woven metallic brocade featuring flat metallic-strip supplementary weft threads integrated into the textile structure (not surface embroidery).
• Motif Program: Dense botanical Jacquard pattern including tulip-form, pomegranate, and foliate vine elements.
• Metallic Thread: Wrapped-core flat metallic strip (Skalli-type) with natural, age-appropriate surface darkening and patina.
Condition Report:
• Exterior: Excellent; visually strong and structurally stable with no tears or losses.
• Interior: Full natural-fiber lining shows minor discoloration and foxing consistent with a garment of this age, but remains structurally sound with no failure.• Total Length: 53 in / 134.5 cm (measured from shoulder to hem).
• Full Bust: 50 in / 127 cm.
• Sleeve Length: 18 in / 45.5 cm.
• Side Slits: 9 in / 23 cm.
