Antique pure linen bedding set with lace and handmade hemstitches - Three beautifully embroidered pieces. - Second half 19th century
Savannah and two pillowcases, pure linen with laborious work. As a proof of the mastery of this work, please see how the hemstitches’ angle is adapted to the sheet’s direction. Bridal trousseau piece, 19th century, kept unworn, in perfect condition. With rubbing due to the passing of time, non relevant stains. We don’t wash them because we understand that this patina of antiquity is what embroidery collectors value. One 2. 50 x 2. 90 sheet. Two 1. 40 pillowcases (width of the lace: 10)
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Savannah and two pillowcases, pure linen with laborious work. As a proof of the mastery of this work, please see how the hemstitches’ angle is adapted to the sheet’s direction. Bridal trousseau piece, 19th century, kept unworn, in perfect condition. With rubbing due to the passing of time, non relevant stains. We don’t wash them because we understand that this patina of antiquity is what embroidery collectors value. One 2. 50 x 2. 90 sheet. Two 1. 40 pillowcases (width of the lace: 10)
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