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French Jacquard Shawl
1860's

The fondant pink wool used in this shawl is an inspired choice, giving the shawl a real lift. Stunnning and unusual design to this finely woven shawl. 


Cataloguing

the diamond shaped central panel with black silk centre and encroaching foliage, the deep end borders with a mehrab between two large arches through which elongated pines are drawn, the sdies with huge elongated curling pines and arches filled with exotic foliage, rich shades of red, ochre, green, pale blue, black, white and pink, harlequin ends with fringe formed by the weft threads, 11ft x 5ft 5 in or 3.35 m  x1.65 m wide


Condition

Excellent.