Iconographic Engravings – The Fine Arts (1851) Antique French Embroidered Silk Pouches Print - Les Accessoires du Costume et du Mobilier 18th Century Floral Silk Embroidery Art

Antique French Embroidered Silk Pouches Print - Les Accessoires du Costume et du Mobilier, Plate CCCVII - 18th Century Floral Silk Embroidery Art

Description:
This exquisite antique print from Les Accessoires du Costume et du Mobilier, Plate CCCVII, showcases two beautifully detailed silk pouches from the late 18th century. Originating from the H.R. D’Allemagne collection, these pouches exhibit intricate floral embroidery and painted silk artistry, capturing the essence of French craftsmanship from this period. The left pouch features a decorative border with an inscription in French, while the right pouch displays delicate floral motifs in a gouache painting style.

These images provide a rare glimpse into the elegance and sophistication of antique French textile art, making this print an ideal addition to any collection focused on fashion history, decorative arts, or textile design.

Features:

• Original Title: Les Accessoires du Costume et du Mobilier
• Plate Number: CCCVII
• Subject: 18th-Century Silk Embroidered and Painted Pouches
• Condition: Excellent antique condition with slight age-related toning, adding vintage charm
• Dimensions: [Specify dimensions, e.g., 10" x 14"]
• Framing: Unframed, ready for custom framing
• Details of Pouches:
  • Left pouch: Embroidered silk with floral motifs and French inscription
  • Right pouch: Silk painted with gouache, featuring a floral pattern
• Provenance: From the Collection of Madame H.-R. D'Allemagne

Ideal For:

• Textile and fashion history enthusiasts
• Collectors of French decorative arts
• Interior decorators looking for vintage prints
• Art and history collectors with a focus on 18th-century European craftsmanship