Curtain In Woven Cotton Voile With Large Hunting And Fruit Decor - France Circa 1850

Circa 1850 France Large curtain in white cotton voile woven on a handloom and dating from the end of the Romantic period. This type of weaving is inspired by Jamdani from Bengal which was imported by the Indian Companies in the 18th century. “Return from hunting” type drawing with large decoration of a central medallion loaded with birds. Large oval friezes with generous fruits and flowers. Around the edge, architectural flower medallions. White embroidered and crenellated border on three sides. The top of the curtain still has its white tab and the original cotton ties for hanging. Very clean piece, without holes. The only defect to note is a small repair and a 2 mm tugging of the veil (see last photo). Good general state of conservation for its age. This type of curtain is much rarer than those in Cornely, which were later. Dimensions: 281 cm high by 132 cm wide.