Antique Rare Silk Lampas Wallhanging Hand Woven Silk Panel: C18th France dogs and owls There are numerous insects and

There are numerous insects and birds and at the base of the embroidery tgere are figures engaged in every day activities

it has appliqués and embroidered flowers in soft mauves and taupes with net lace reverse appliqued panels and tucks running around the shoulders to give shape

Finished along the edges with a characteristic intricate geometric dark and light patterned ribbon border

with grape vines suggesting that it was perhaps intended as a wedding gift

89cm tall x 101cm wide

Antique Rare Silk Lampas Wallhanging Hand Woven Silk Panel: C18th France dogs and owls There are numerous insects andThis is probably the best silk brocaded panel of its type that we have had to date. Dating from the 18th century and probably originating from, Lyon, this is an extraordinary and elaborate French silk brocaded panel . Similar silks were often used for high status purposes, luxury furnishing fabrics for French royal residences. We think this may have been designed as wall covering. The panel features elaborate floral bouquets, including roses and