A second pair is also for sale on this site, allowing you to coordinate several spaces with style.
Features:
Material: Quality linen, durable and refined
Pattern: Border with Indian decor, inspired by exotic Indian fabrics
Dimensions: Each panel measures 266 cm in height and 122 cm in width
Condition: Good general condition, with a slight need for cleaning (dry cleaning recommended) and provide hanging rings for easy installation
These linen hangings are not only decorative elements, but exceptional pieces that will add character and subtle authenticity to your interior decoration.
Shipping condition:
Each pair will be carefully packaged and shipped by Colissimo with tracking number, guaranteeing you a fast and safe reception.
Don't miss this opportunity to own a collector's hanging, perfect for lovers of antique textiles and quality interior decoration.
Indian decor fabrics embody the elegance and know-how of an era when textiles told distant stories. Whether for decorative use or to revive a tradition, they remain timeless symbols of textile art and cultural exchange.
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Indian decor fabrics are printed or painted fabrics with floral and exotic patterns, inspired by the Indian textiles that conquered Europe in the 17th century. Imported from India by the East India Companies, these fascinating fabrics were initially made with complex dyeing and painting techniques on cotton, using natural dyes and a refined mastery of textile art.
History and Origin
The first Indian fabrics, often called "indiennes" in Europe, seduced with their bright colors and elegant patterns representing flowers, birds, and scenes from nature. This decorative style was so popular that it was quickly adopted and adapted by European workshops, particularly in France, where factories such as those of Jouy, Marseille and Rouen reproduced these patterns. These fabrics were often intended for luxury applications, such as curtains, drapes, clothing, and even the furnishings of the interiors of the aristocracy.
Characteristics of Indian Decor
Indian decors are generally characterized by stylized floral patterns, branches, exotic birds and sometimes fantastical animals, inspired by Indian art. The bright colors, such as red, blue, green, and yellow, were obtained through complex dyeing techniques, often based on natural mordants. In Europe, these fabrics were highly prized for their exoticism and were associated with wealth and refinement.
Manufacturing in Europe
With increasing demand, European artisans adapted these patterns into canvas printing techniques, using methods such as woodcuts to reproduce the typical designs of the chintz fabrics. In the 18th century, specialized centers developed, such as the famous Jouy-en-Josas factory near Paris, which produced toiles de Jouy—an evolution of the often monochrome chintz fabrics depicting pastoral and bucolic scenes.
Uses of chintz fabrics
Chintz fabrics were used to create curtains, draperies, bedspreads, and clothing, bringing an exotic and sophisticated touch to European interiors. They were often used in noble and bourgeois homes, and their ornate patterns gave a warm and colorful atmosphere to the rooms.
Heritage and Influence
Today, Indian decors continue to inspire interior design and fashion. Modern reproductions and vintage fabrics bring a unique touch to spaces, recalling the fascinating history of exchanges between East and West. They are particularly appreciated in classic, bohemian and vintage interior styles, or in historical decoration contexts where elegance and exoticism are sought.