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A custom-tailored designer pillow in Anna French's Villeneuve pattern brings 18th-century French Chinoiserie into contemporary interiors—the blush linen ground showcases …
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A custom-tailored designer pillow in Anna French's Villeneuve pattern brings 18th-century French Chinoiserie into contemporary interiors—the blush linen ground showcases hand-etched pheasants, delicate songbirds, and flowering water lilies in a design adapted directly from a 1700s French document that captured Europe's fascination with Eastern aesthetics.
Each pillow includes a premium feather-down insert overstuffed to approximately 10" depth (25.4cm) for luxurious loft.
Condition: Excellent—no stains, tears, or fabric wear. Linen remains crisp with vibrant pattern clarity. Zippers function smoothly. Minor feather migration visible at one seam (characteristic of natural down inserts, easily managed with down-proof pillow protectors if desired).
Details:
• Collection: Anna French (Thibaut Design Group) | Design: "Villeneuve" from Manor Collection
• Material: 100% linen printed in the United Kingdom with hand-etched aesthetic
• Colorway: Blush (Pattern AF72990)
• Construction: Double-sided designer fabric on both front and back faces, professionally tailored with serged interior seams to prevent fraying, color-matched zippers
• Pattern Heritage: Adapted from French documentary textile circa 1700s featuring Chinoiserie motifs—pheasants, smaller perching birds, butterflies, and lush botanical elements including water lilies and peonies
• Craftsmanship: Precise pattern matching centers primary bird motifs on both faces despite the 38" vertical repeat—hallmark of custom workroom finishing rather than mass production
• Fill: Premium natural feather-down blend for authentic luxury softness and resilience
An ideal choice for collectors seeking authentic designer textiles with documented historical provenance, this pillow delivers Anna French's signature approach to reviving 18th-century design archives—the same quiet luxury aesthetic featured regularly in Veranda and House Beautiful for its ability to bridge traditional Chinoiserie with contemporary Grandmillennial and Maximalist interiors without overwhelming a space.
Perfect for:
• Sofa styling with symmetrical placement for balanced visual weight
• Master bedroom accent seating or bed styling paired with neutral bedding
• Formal living room arrangements with velvet or silk companions
• Japandi-inspired interiors seeking soft pattern mixed with natural linen texture
• Modern Chinoiserie layering with blue-and-white porcelain or botanical prints
• English Country House libraries with warm-toned textiles and worn leather
• Wedding registry gifts or housewarming presents for design-conscious couples
• Generational handdown pieces that transcend trend cycles
• Staging luxury real estate listings to suggest cultivated taste
• Holiday hosting prep for elevated entertaining spaces
Looks beautiful in:
• Living rooms on sofas, loveseats, or accent chairs
• Primary bedrooms on beds, benches, or reading chairs
• Guest rooms for welcoming polish
• Libraries or studies with warm wood tones and brass accents
• Sunrooms where natural light enhances the blush ground and botanical details
• Window seats styled with layered cushions and throws
Complements Decor Styles:
• Grandmillennial (mixing inherited antiques with fresh pattern)
• Modern Chinoiserie (updated take on Eastern-influenced European design)
• Quiet Luxury Maximalism (layered pattern with restrained palette)
• Japandi (soft organic motifs with natural linen in neutral colorway)
• English Country House (traditional textiles with relaxed elegance)
Pattern and Design Context:
The Villeneuve pattern exemplifies 18th-century Europe's romance with Asian art and naturalism, translated through French design sensibility. The large-scale pheasants command attention while smaller songbirds and butterflies create movement across the composition. Flowering water lilies and peonies—symbols of prosperity and good fortune in Eastern tradition—anchor the botanical elements. The hand-etched printing technique gives each bird subtle dimensionality through fine line work, while the blush linen ground provides warmth without competing with the intricate imagery. At 20" square with double-sided construction, this pillow delivers the designer fabric's full impact from every angle, allowing the pattern to function as functional art within a curated room. The overstuffed insert elevates this beyond typical decorative pillows—this is the loft and hand-feel associated with luxury hotel styling or professionally designed interiors.
History of Pattern and Brand:
Anna French, part of the prestigious Thibaut Design Group, specializes in reviving historical design documents with meticulous attention to period authenticity and modern printing technology. The Manor Collection, from which Villeneuve originates, focuses specifically on European documentary textiles from the 17th and 18th centuries—an era when French decorative arts set global luxury standards. This particular design was adapted from an original 1700s French textile that captured the period's fascination with Chinoiserie, the European interpretation of Asian decorative arts. The 100% linen base fabric is printed in the United Kingdom, maintaining European manufacturing traditions while using contemporary colorfast techniques.
Care Instructions:
• Dry clean only for linen cover—do not machine wash
• Spot clean minor marks with damp cloth and mild soap
• Fluff feather-down inserts regularly to maintain loft and distribute fill evenly
• Store in breathable cotton bags if storing seasonally—avoid plastic which traps moisture
• If feather migration occurs, consider adding down-proof pillow protector between insert and cover
• Avoid prolonged direct sunlight exposure to preserve fabric colors
Shipping:
• Pillows carefully wrapped in acid-free tissue and shipped in protective boxes to prevent crushing during transit
• Expedited shipping available upon request—message for rates
• International buyers responsible for customs duties and import fees per country regulations
• Questions about shipping timeline or methods? Message before purchase for accommodation
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- Dimensions
- 20ʺW × 10ʺD × 20ʺH
- Pattern
- Chinoiserie
- Designer
- Thibaut
- Styled After
- Brunschwig & Fils
- Clarence House
- Lee Jofa
- Period
- 2020s
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Feather
- Linen
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blush
- Condition Notes
- Excellent—no stains, tears, or fabric wear. Linen remains crisp with vibrant pattern clarity. Zippers function smoothly. Minor feather migration visible … moreExcellent—no stains, tears, or fabric wear. Linen remains crisp with vibrant pattern clarity. Zippers function smoothly. Minor feather migration visible at one seam (characteristic of natural down inserts, easily managed with down-proof pillow protectors if desired). Double-sided designer fabric on both front and back faces, professionally tailored with serged interior seams to prevent fraying, color-matched zippers Precise pattern matching centers primary bird motifs on both faces despite the 38" vertical repeat—hallmark of custom workroom finishing rather than mass production less
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