Seven models of fabrics known as Augustas* made into bed linen, Alsace, late 19th-early 20th century. Copper-plate printed cotton with monochrome floral motifs, 3 quilt covers in parma, blue or pink (1 cutout) and 3 pillowcases, including a beautiful model with chestnut bogues and leaves. *Printed with small floral motifs on cotton at Wesserling, in Munster at Hartmann, and used for nightwear, these fabrics became very popular, replacing Kelsch for bedding. p.113 in Les Etoffes en Alsace
Estimate
€120 - €140
Result
€260
Buyer's premium
30%
Seven models of fabrics known as Augustas* made into bed linen, Alsace, late 19th-early 20th century. Copper-plate printed cotton with monochrome floral motifs, 3 quilt covers in parma, blue or pink (1 cutout) and 3 pillowcases, including a beautiful model with chestnut bogues and leaves. *Printed with small floral motifs on cotton at Wesserling, in Munster at Hartmann, and used for nightwear, these fabrics became very popular, replacing Kelsch for bedding. p.113 in Les Etoffes en Alsace
Sale
Thursday 24 October 2024・11:00 (Europe/Paris)
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17, rue de la Grange-Batelière
75009 Paris