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A beautiful antique French sheet in an exceptionally fine, lightweight linen with an elegant softness that only comes from generations …
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A beautiful antique French sheet in an exceptionally fine, lightweight linen with an elegant softness that only comes from generations of careful storage and time. The fabric has a fluid, airy drape and a luminous off-white tone that feels quietly luxurious and unmistakably French.
The upper panel is finished with a stunning hand-crocheted lace insertion and border, far more intricate than standard crochet trim featuring delicate geometric and floral motifs worked entirely by hand. Running alongside it is a tiny decorative joining stitch resembling ladder work or entre-deux, but finer and more delicate, adding another layer of craftsmanship to the piece.
The monogram remains wonderfully mysterious and difficult to decipher, embroidered in a rich raspberry-red thread in ornate antique script. Pieces like this were traditionally prepared for French trousseaux and hope chests, meant to accompany a young woman into married life.
The sheet is beautiful with little signs of age and a gorgeous hand.
A romantic piece for layering on a bed, using as curtain panels, or simply folding into a linen cupboard among other antique French textiles.
Condition:
Excellent antique condition with one tiny dark spot shown in photos. No major damage noted. Beautiful soft but strong linen fabric.
Approximate Measurements:
Approximately 170 cm x 300 cm
(approximately 67 x 118 inches)
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