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08760: This piece of French vintage ticking fabric has wide
softly-faded deep red stripes that alternate with
groups of multi-colored stripes. The multi-colored stripes include ombré tan, navy blue,
rose and yellow. This nice piece of ticking measures 38"W x 70"L.
Ca. 1930 $135.00 USD |
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05654: Here is a very striking pattern in an unusual color scheme. The background of this medium-weight cotton fabric is a brown-burgundy. The foreground motif of over-sized, stylized peonies, is in soft shades of rose and ivory. The effect is quite dramatic! This fabric has a warm glow and would work well in many interiors. There are two pieces, each measuring 32"W x 50"H. Late 19th century. $55.00 USD per piece |
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07527: Here are three large pieces of 19th century toile on a
medium-weight cotton fabric with a creamy, off-white background. The
large scale motif is of climbing roses and is rendered in a deep
coffee brown with the two central
roses measuring 7" across. A wider view can be seen
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angle of the photo is off. Each piece measures 32"W x 54"L.
There are a few tiny holes. Ca. 1880 $100.00 USD per piece |
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05538: This is a piece of dramatic medium-weight cotton print
fabric. The background is black with a fancy trellis motif that looks almost like
lace. The foreground pattern is tan and ivory garlands forming
classic cartouches around central bouquets of flowers, berries and
leaves. This very large piece measures 31"W x 110"L.
It has a
couple of small holes. Ca. 1890 $95.00 USD |
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08515: This is a hand-knotted French filet valance or mantle cover with a crocheted
edging and trim. This piece is near-white and has been photographed
on a dark background to show the lovely stitchery. A micro view can be seen
<HERE.> 49"W x 16"H plus
a 6"H crocheted trim. Ca. 1900 $65.00 USD |
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06450: There are two pieces of this pretty medium weight soft cotton
print fabric from the end of the 19th century. The background is
off-white and has a very pale pink scrolling, all-over pattern. The
foreground motif of very scattered rosebuds is done in shades of
pink and olive. These pieces are in good condition, although each
one has at least one very pale bluish spot. Each piece measures 34"W
x 84"H. $60.00 USD per piece |
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07360: Here are two pieces of percale weight printed cotton textile from the Art Nouveau period. The background is a deep muted cherry red. The large-scale foreground motif of undulating stylized poppies is done in a purplish-red wine shade with off-white accents. Each piece measures 31"W x 62"H. Ca. 1900 $45.00 USD per piece |
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05440: The simplicity of the color scheme of this fabric creates a
very dramatic
effect. The background is just off-white and the undulating
climbing floral pattern of full-blown poppies is done in chocolate,
mocha and brick. There are two pieces of this antique French
fabric, each measuring 33"W x 52"H. Some slight color
variation.
Late 19th century. $50.00 USD per piece |
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05620: Here are three single pieces of a medium-weight French
antique cotton fabric. The background is a very deep Prussian blue; the foreground motif is romantic pale pink climbing roses and
rosebuds with muted neutral-toned leaves. For a touch
of whimsy, there is a small bee buzzing near the flowers! A
close-up of the bee can be seen
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bumblebee, symbolizing industry, immortality and resurrection, was
one of the symbols used by the French Empire. Each panel measures
32"W x 75"H. Ca.
1880 $125.00 USD per piece |
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08086: There are two huge pieces of this vintage mid-20th century American
printed cotton fabric that has never been used. The background is a
very deep forest green. The foreground motif is a large-scale
meandering trillium, which is a rarely-seen floral pattern. Marked
in the selvedge, "Guaranteed sunfast, tubfast and Sanforized." Perfect condition. 48"W x 108" long. $120.00 USD per piece |
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05134: This early 20th-century tapestry has a joyous
title, 'La Bonne Chanson' (The Good Song). View title
<HERE.> Portrayed in the picture is a group of men in 17th century
dress, gathered in front of a huge wine barrel, singing and
accompanied by a lute. A woman watches them from the staircase and
a cat watches from its perch on the wine barrel. There is also a
bird in a cage. Micro-views can be seen
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<HERE.> This
machine-woven piece is marked on the back 'Made in France', which
means it was originally made for export. View mark
<HERE.> The
colors have aged beautifully on to muted, quiet tones.
Good condition. 39"W x 58"H. Early 20th century.
$320.00 USD |
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08782: Here is an unusual French vintage ticking with broad tent
stripes in cherry red and rose. This dramatic ticking would pair
well with many floral patterns as well as on its own. The actual
colors are not as bright as the photo appears. This kind of
red ticking comes from the Alsace region in eastern France. All
tickings have been freshly washed and ironed. 50"W x 68"H. Ca. 1920 $120.00 USD |
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