Lot 102
  • 102

A SET OF EMBROIDERY CURTAINS, 18TH CENTURY |

Estimate
500 - 1,000 EUR
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Description

  • 169 x 350 cm ; 66 1/2  x 137 3/4  in.
comprising two pairs of embroidery wool curtains, cantonnières and passementeries

Condition

The photograph is a little too bright. The curtains are less white. The embroideries are good 18th century quality handmade. As expected, a few tears, holes and stains, especially on the embroidered borders. One cantonnière (or pelmet) has been reassembled. They are linen and can be used for two windows.
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