Antique 19th Century Victorian Woven Jacquard Paisley ShawlItem Overview
Up for sale is an authentic antique 19th-century Victorian-era Kashmiri-style paisley shawl. This large, square textile features a solid black central field framed by an incredibly detailed, double-sided woven jacquard border. The intricate pattern showcases vibrant shades of turquoise/cerulean blue, terracotta orange, rust red, and cream. Due to its current condition, this piece is ideal for textile collectors, restoration projects, framing, theatrical costuming, or repurposing into historical "cutter" crafts like antique throw pillows.Material & Construction
- **Fabric:** Fine woven wool / wool-blend (soft, lightweight historic weave)
- **Construction:** Jacquard loom weave (not a print)
- **Origin:** Likely European (Paisley, Scotland or Lyon, France), circa 1860s-1880s## Measurements (Laid Flat)
- **Width:** 64 inches
- **Length:** 65.5 inches## Detailed Condition Report (Sold AS-IS)
This textile is over 140 years old and shows significant structural wear. It is being listed in As-Is condition. Please review the photos carefully:
- **Border Tear:** There is a distinct linear tear/slit (approx. 2-3 inches long) running through one section of the patterned paisley border, revealing exposed warp/weft threads.
- **Center Field Hole:** One visible, open hole is present in the solid black field fabric just above the paisley border peaks.
- **Light Wear:** When held up to a direct light source, multiple tiny pinholes,m, and areas of fabric thinning are present throughout the black center.
- **Edges:** General age-related structural softness, and loose perimeter threads along the self-fringe edges.
- **Storage:** Clean, structurally stable enough to handle.*Please examine all high-resolution close-up photos closely, as they serve as the ultimate visual description of the flaws and damage.*
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