Pair Of Chiseled Silk Velvet Curtains, Bordered With Braids And Accompanied By Their Tiebacks

Elegant pair of chiseled silk velvet curtains, edged with braid and accompanied by their tiebacks Provenance: Villa Les Cèdres, Saint-Jean-Cap-FerratAttributed to Pierre FreyPeriod: second half of the 20th centurySumptuous pair of chiseled silk velvet curtains, in a splendid champagne gold hue with shimmering reflections, varying subtly according to the light. The velvet, with a rich and moiré texture, evokes the great Lyon silks and the most prestigious productions of the Maison Pierre Frey, to which this pair is attributed.The bottom of each curtain is decorated with a woven fringed braid, tone on tone, adding a precious and classic decorative note. The set is completed with four original tiebacks, with twisted cord and generous pompoms, perfectly matched, highlighting the quality of the manufacture and the attention paid to detail. Made to measure, these curtains have regular hand-sewn pleating, a full lining, and a reinforced top braid. Their flowing and majestic drape reflects high-quality workmanship, intended for a highly prestigious setting. Coming from the famous Villa Les Cèdres in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, a legendary residence that belonged in particular to King Leopold II of Belgium, then to illustrious private collectors, and recognized as one of the most prestigious and luxurious properties in the world, this pair illustrates the quintessence of French taste in interior decoration. Dimensions: Height: 250 cm Total width: 470 cm (approximately 105 cm per panel at the rod level) Condition: Good general condition, healthy and bright velvet, minimal signs of use consistent with a historical provenance, some missing fringes. We had the privilege of acquiring all the curtains from Villa Les Cèdres, around sixty pairs of different models, all from custom orders and of exceptional quality. Other models available on request, with photographs and additional details. A rare testament to the expertise of the great French manufacturers of furnishing fabrics, a perfect alliance between precious material, classic elegance and illustrious provenance.