French Imberline Silk
1780s

Stunning and strong.  Louis XVI period. Satin weave silk warps over linen wefts, used for 18th century dress as well as upholstery fabric.

Description

Seven lengths of silk satin imberline with wide crimson stripes alternating with amber and cream narrow stripes.

1 length - 5ft x 18 1/2 in; 1.5m x 47 cm loom width - £ 225

1 length - 5ft x 18 1/2 in; 1.5 m x 47 cm loom width - £225 

1 length -  3ft 1 in x 18 1/2 in; 95 x 47 cm loom width - £160

Condition

There are some very minor makings here and there.