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Circa 1790
France, Provence
An Indian quilt in declination of the "Coquesigrues" from the Manufacture Royale de Jouy-en-Josas and dating from the late 18th century. An unlisted "perse" with a design of extraordinary flowers and imaginary animals, half insect, half bird. Coquecigrues" means "absurd, burlesque, chimerical", depicting extraordinary flowers and imaginary animals. Several Indian-style damages, notably in relation to mordants. However, the quilt remains stable and easy to handle. Good overall condition, despite some flaws. Rare piece.
Dimensions: 210 cm x 175 cm.
Similar reference: Les Coquesigrues. N.Inv 867.1.254. © Manufacture Oberkampf / Musée de la Toile de Jouy
France, Provence
An Indian quilt in declination of the "Coquesigrues" from the Manufacture Royale de Jouy-en-Josas and dating from the late 18th century. An unlisted "perse" with a design of extraordinary flowers and imaginary animals, half insect, half bird. Coquecigrues" means "absurd, burlesque, chimerical", depicting extraordinary flowers and imaginary animals. Several Indian-style damages, notably in relation to mordants. However, the quilt remains stable and easy to handle. Good overall condition, despite some flaws. Rare piece.
Dimensions: 210 cm x 175 cm.
Similar reference: Les Coquesigrues. N.Inv 867.1.254. © Manufacture Oberkampf / Musée de la Toile de Jouy
1 100 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Condition of use
Material: Linen
Length: 210 cm
Width: 175 cm
Reference (ID): 1752236
Availability: In stock
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