A Silk Curtain From Lyon – 19th Century – Baroque Floral Pattern Hangings

Elegant and precious antique curtain, made of Lyon silk during the 19th century. T
his exceptional creation seduces with its satiny pink drape, of remarkable visual softness, enhanced with floral motifs embroidered in silk threads in multiple shades: soft pink, emerald green, luminous ivory, golden yellow and delicate lilac.
This curtain measures 245 cm high by 122 cm wide, which offers a majestic presence, ideal for refined interiors or a historical reenactment.
Graphic details and colorimetry: Background: deep faded pink with changing reflections depending on the light, typical of Lyon productions of the 19th century.
Motifs: symmetrical floral compositions interwoven with trompe-l'oeil ribbons embroidered in lace style.
Colors used: ivory, moss green, old pink, saffron yellow, lilac and touches of periwinkle blue.
Texture: jacquard woven silk, fine wavy effect, with slight relief to the touch on embroidery.
History & Artistic Context:Lyonnaise silk, part of European textile history since the 16th century, experienced its golden age in the 19th century, when Lyon became the world capital of silk.This fabric bears witness to the expertise of the canuts and floral ornamentation workshops influenced by the Louis XV style revisited in the romanticism of the 19th century.
The style of this piece evokes the late Baroque aesthetic, softened by the naturalistic floral influences of the end of the century.
It reflects codes present in the ornamentation of castles, palaces, and bourgeois mansions of the time.
Presence in the history of art and place in the world:Similar pieces can be found in the collections of textile museums such as:
The Musée des Tissus in Lyon
The Victoria & Albert Museum in London
The Abegg-Stiftung Foundation in Switzerland

Dimensions: Height: 245 cmWidth: 122 cm

Conservation condition:Very good general condition.
Embroidery in excellent condition, colors well preserved. Interior lining preserved.
Suggestions for use:Perfect for a castle salon, a romantic boudoir, or a historical reenactment.
Hang to create a luxurious and theatrical atmosphere.

Color palette:Antique pink background: a soft, powdery shade between old rose and candy pink, with a light satin finish.

Embroidered floral motifs:Ivory white for large, delicately textured flowers.Emerald green and olive green for the foliage and stems, bringing freshness and contrast.
Golden yellow and mustard for the small pistils and decorative touches.
Lilac, mauve, and light plum in some flowers, adding depth and refinement.
Deep pink and light burgundy in the bouquets, balancing the whole.
Subtle, discreet golden highlights that give a shimmering effect under the light.
The weave highlights the different threads with slight relief effects, offering a hand-embroidered silk feel.
This fabric evokes all the elegance of a period textile, rich without being ostentatious. Perfect for showcasing in a classic or romantic style room.
A rare and spectacular set for lovers of antique textiles, French art de vivre and period decoration.
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