This was a bit of a find in an antique shop in Stockbridge, Massachusetts.
As you can probably tell it has been remade into a small curtain as it is pleated at the top
with rings attached to the back.
He had two other pieces - one was once a bedspread I guess and the other was
a pelmet cover I think. But this piece was enough for me.
He has dated it at late 1800s / early 1900s.
It so reminded me of our current French General fabrics that I just had to have it.
I feel a French General Group coming on for 2015.
What a find. Look so authentic, perhaps because it is !!
ReplyDeleteThanks Cyndy - it is a beautiful piece and as you say a good find. I will show it to you when I get back. I may even show it to Kaari Meng who is the designer of French General if it seems appropriate at Houston Quilt Market. Robyn
ReplyDeleteAn exquisite piece of vintage toile - just waiting for your hands Robyn!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure it's pieces like this that inspired Kaari's French General range - she will be thrilled to see it and hear your story!
You are having fun!!
Shane
Thanks Shane. It is a lovely piece and in pretty good condition. Maybe Kaari will be able to tell me more about it. Robyn
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