Antique 18th century Lyonnaise silk motif - Pattern 4 fairytale

Antique 18th century Lyonnaise silk motif - Pattern 4 fairytaleWe salvaged these remarkable pieces from an old handmade spread that we sourced from France. They are made from 18th or early 19th century "Lyonnaise" French silk rare and exquisite. This is lovely work and each square is unique. They are antique and showing their age, but still beautiful and strong enough to frame and display. Our pricing reflects the condition. Please contact us for pricing if you would like to buy more than one of these silk motif

Supplied with a drawstring bag made in a good-quality 100% cotton (later

It's beautifully made by hand in Ireland and the brocade front is combined with a cotton velvet back

as that region was known for its carving of this kind

Please note that this bag is slightly more expensive than some of our other wristlets as there is a great deal more embroidery time taken to make it

As the piece of fabric we found is not large

This is a limited edition

and the coffin is lined with the type of metallic lace braid that was usually used in ecclesiastical pieces

Cards are printed on high quality 330 grm playing card stock with an inner carbon layer

so that it can be easily removed if you need to remove the Rabbit's jacket

With great detailing and hand-rolled edges

Combined with cotton velvet back

this is a very stylish tarot bag