Bonjour, welcome to Les Toiles Blanches stock!
here a pair of large filet lace crochet doilies dating c1930.
They are entirely hand made with ecru tones.
The fabric is a thick cotton of heavy weight, trimmed with métis of natural tones, the panels are not exactly the same size, one is larger than the other, but they both have a rectangular shape.
These vintage textiles have a great pattern of stars and circles.
The condition is good for their age with misses in the trim,
They would look lovely hanged in a kitchen! These cloths look also amazing after having been dyed in faded tones.
Condition : good timeworn condition, with some misses in the trim and lace, washed
Ref : CT0668
DETAILS
cotton Fabric
Colour deep off-white
Period 1900
Origin France
Weight
400 gr / 0.88 lbs
Measurements smaller one :
65 cm / 26 in x
38 cm / 15 in
larger one :
72 cm / 28 in x
45 cm / 18 in
Finitions hand knitted
Condition good timeworn condition with misses
Remarks nice geometric pattern of stars and circles
Textile Care
Antique linen is a living material, if you treasure it, it will reward you a hundred times. A lot of antique textiles are so robust and wonderfully easy to wash and maintain. The fibres of these exceptional fabrics were grown without any use of chemical, these textiles are organic. No need to use chemicals to wash antique textiles, a good simple natural soap such as the savon de Marseille is fine for every kind of linen. The textiles can be machine washed on warm. The warmer ithey will be washed, the softer and floppier they will turn. Again, no need to use a softener, a dash of white vinegar or a spoon of baking soda are perfect to maintain these wonderful textiles. Dry them on the line if possible, expose them under sun light to brighten the natural white.
information
The textiles I propose show signs of times, marks that are a moving, precious treasure which attests a bygone era. I will always try to describe them as accuratly as possible, giving many details, measurements and pictures to show the reality of the linen. Estimating the age of a fabric is not scientific but rather archeologic, many signs are useful, such as the stitches, the embroideries, the sewing, the colour, the texture, even the smell of the fabrics can help. Sometimes, the auctionneers or the owners give me precious information about the origin of the trousseau, monograms, name of the ancestors. Experience is also crucial to feel and judge the fiber content, the age, the origin or the use of the textile. I will strive to describe the textiles in the most complete way, using my honest judgement, having spent many years manipulating them.
Please note my textiles come from a smoke free house. When they are freshly laundered, the textiles have been washed with natural organic soap and sun dried on line. I recently started selling my treasures, new items will be on sale very often, so please keep your eyes peeled!
shipping / return
Items are sent carefully wrapped in silk paper. I am happy to ship worldwide and will mail your parcel with tracking within 2 business days after your purchase. I use the french international shipping service with insurance that takes around 5 days to fly to the United States or Japan with zero custom charges. I will send you information just after the parcel has been sent. I politely ask that all items should be paid within 5 days. I'm making every effort to provide you with high quality linens. However, in case of real problem with your purchase, I will refund you once you have returned the goods in their initial condition (your shipping needs to include tracking). Please note that your shipping fees will not be refunded.
