Pair Of Kelsch Covers, Alsatian Fabric

Pair of KELSCH Alsatian Fabric Covers with Blue Checks. The 2 covers measure 160 cm x 140 cm Alsace kelsch is a cotton linen or mixed fabric produced in ALSACE. It is decorated with a pattern of tiles formed by the crossing of blue and/or red colored threads. Its name refers to the blue taken from woad grown near COLOGNE. Traditionally, this fabric was used exclusively for bed linen, but in the 20th century other pieces of household linen were made in kelsch. In 2015, two weavers still produce kelsch in Alsace, one in Muttersholtz (Bas-Rhin), the other in Sentheim (Haut-Rhin. Kelsch is a traditional fabric of pure linen or linen mixed with other fibers Intended to become bed linen, Kelsch were traditionally offered to newlyweds as family heirlooms, the most beautiful pieces were never used and remained in the polychrome wardrobes, preserved as precious treasures. Alsatian crafts (Ried region, Sainte Marie Aux Mines Valley) It is a beautiful example of popular art, witness to a past era, but touching and current. This large-sized fabric brings together 2 pieces of kelsch woven in. 2 colors with checkered patterns with pretty variations The cover is a good size, woven in white and blue which are traditional colors of the Alsatian kelschs II dates from the beginning of the 20th century. hand.