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Tie-Backs Set of Four Gilded for Curtains
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Set of four large tie-backs, gilded with galvanic process. Very elegant for your courtains, or belts or scarfs. ref.O/6771-3
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Mid-19th Century French Baroque Antique Curtains For

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Bronze

Tie-Backs 24-Carat Gold Bronze, Pair for Curtains
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare pair of antique bronze tie-backs, 24-carat golden: for your curtains, or belts or scarfs
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Mid-19th Century French Baroque Antique Curtains For

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Bronze

Pair of Linen Embroidered Curtains
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Pair of linen curtains hand embroidered with "intaglio" stitch. They were in a French outfit, never
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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Curtains For

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Linen

Antique Pair of Linen Embroidered Curtains
Pair of Linen Embroidered Curtains
H 59.06 in W 21.66 in D 0.04 in
Pair of Linen Hand-Embroidered Curtains
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Pair of linen curtains hand-embroidered with "intaglio" stitch. they were in a French outfit, never
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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Curtains For

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Cotton

Antique Pair of Linen Hand-Embroidered Curtains
Pair of Linen Hand-Embroidered Curtains
H 48.82 in W 21.66 in D 0.04 in
Antique Matching Curtains in Corneline Fabric
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique matching French curtains in corneline fabric, fully embroidered. One (left) is cm.300 x
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Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Curtains For

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Linen

Antique Matching  Curtains in Corneline Fabric
Antique Matching  Curtains in Corneline Fabric
H 114.18 in W 78.75 in D 0.04 in
Set of Two Horizontal Curtains or Valances
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Set of two horizontal curtains or valances hand-embroidered with "intaglio" stitch. they were in a
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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Curtains For

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Cotton

Antique Set of Two Horizontal Curtains or Valances
Set of Two Horizontal Curtains or Valances
H 22.45 in W 47.25 in D 0.04 in
Napoleon Empire 1809 Historic Palais Beauharnais Curtains Paris France 1809
By Josephine de Beauharnais
Located in DÉNIA, ES
furnishings, including ornate curtains. The curtains were probably made of high-quality fabrics such as silk
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Early 1800s French Empire Antique Curtains For

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Textile

Curtains and Valances Baroque Silk Fabric or Curtain, 19th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
French baroque silk fabric or curtain in golden yellow and black silk velvet and lined on the inside with another yellow silk villela fabric. A curtain is drawn and holds the rings. ...
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19th Century French Baroque Antique Curtains For

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Silk, Velvet

Curtains Mentmore Rust Silk Velvet Embossed Gilt Embroidered Applique Set Three
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
The mentmore towers, stateroom curtains magnificent & exceptionally rare set of three, massive
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1850s English Gothic Revival Antique Curtains For

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Gold

Pair of Antique Curtains Hooks 'Embrasses' in Solid Gilded Bronze and Chiseled
Located in Prato, Tuscany
support very heavy and important curtains. Handcrafted in France between 1780 and 1790 in perfect Luigi
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Curtains For

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Bronze

Curtains, Set of 3, Silk Velvet, Charles II-Style, Burgundy Damask Cowdray Park
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Each with a damask pattern of scrolling foliage, peonies, tulips and fruit. Massive pattern repeat, see image. Original braid. Cleaned and conserved. Measures: Two height 315 cm...
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Early 20th Century European Charles II Antique Curtains For

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Velvet

Ink Pads for Fabrics, India, Early 20th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Stamp composed of a set of small welded copper plates forming a bird motif. These stamps were to be printed on the drapery. Indian work, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Curtains For

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Copper, Iron

Pair of Bronzes Friezes for Curtain or Tie-backs
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/4768 - Pair of elegant antique bronze friezes : curtain terminals with acorns. The wand is just an example. A very window becames ...noble!
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Curtains For

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Bronze

Antique Filet Curtain
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
two simple white curtains, to enrich them.
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Curtains For

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Cotton

Antique Filet Curtain
Antique Filet Curtain
H 86.62 in W 37.01 in D 0.04 in
Pair Venetian Turkomen Tie Backs
Located in New York, NY
curtains.
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Late 19th Century American Chinoiserie Antique Curtains For

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Bronze

Pair Venetian Turkomen Tie Backs
Pair Venetian Turkomen Tie Backs
H 3.25 in W 3.25 in D 6 in
Pair of "Chinoiserie" Pelmets, France, circa 1870
Located in PARIS, FR
Dimensions of Pelmets : Height : 50 cm (19,7 in.) ; Width : 177 cm (69,7 in.) ; Depth : 21 cm (8,2 in.) Height : 50 cm (19,7 in.) ; Depth : 172 cm (67,7 in.) ; Depth : 20,5 cm (8 in...
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1870s French Japonisme Antique Curtains For

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Wood

Louis XVI Style 11 Gilt And Chiseled Bronze French Curtain Rings
Located in Prato, Tuscany
support heavy and important curtains. They were created in Louis XVI style in France between 1860 and 1865
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Curtains For

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Bronze

Victorian Decorative Gilt Metal Curtain Tie Back/Finial - U.K. - 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique Victorian gilt metal curtain tieback or finial - integral threaded screw for installation - United Kingdom - late 19th century. Excellent antique condition - no loss - no da...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Curtains For

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Brass

Pair of Early 20th C Afghan Bejewelled & Gold Thread Embroidered Door Pelmets
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Two bejewelled and gold threaded Afghan embroidered textile door pelmets. In very much country house untouched condition, with areas of wear and discolouration The lager of th...
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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Curtains For

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Textile

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Panno Moirè, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Panno Moirè fabric and It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Panno Moirè fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabr...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. This fabric can be used for light upholstery such as drapery and...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Ermisino Fabric, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Tela di Seta, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Tela di Seta fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Tela di Seta fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fior...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Metalic Ermisino, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Ermisino fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Ermisino fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino a...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Saia Fiorentina, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Saia Fiorentina fabric. This twill textile is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Saia Fiorentina fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentin...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Cordellone, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Cordellone fabric, similar to a fine grosgrain. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Cordellone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fioren...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Cotton, Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade Historical Guicciardini Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven in an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Guicciardini pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Historical Le Roy, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Le Roy fabric with a grosgrain back and satin stripes. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Le Roy fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fio...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Historical Le Roy, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Le Roy fabric with a grosgrain back and satin stripes. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Le Roy fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fio...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Le Roy, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Le Roy fabric with a grosgrain back and satin stripes. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Le Roy fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fio...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Le Roy, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Le Roy fabric with a grosgrain back and satin stripes. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Le Roy fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fio...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Gordigiani Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven in an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Gordigiani pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can b...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Historical Spinato - Florence , Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. This fabric can be used for all kinds of upholstery such as sofas, armchairs, seats, wa...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Guicciardini Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a hand woven brocade fabric. It is woven on an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Guicciardini pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric ca...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Le Roy, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Le Roy fabric with a grosgrain back and satin stripes. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Le Roy fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fio...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical loom striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Historical Savoia Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven on an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Pio di Savoia pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric ca...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Cotton, Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade Michelangelo Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven in an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Michelangelo pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade Guicciardini Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a hand woven brocade fabric. It is woven in an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Guicciardini pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric ca...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk, Linen

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade Gordigiani Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a hand woven brocade fabric. It is woven on an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Gordigiani pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can ...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk, Cotton, Linen

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical loom striped Spinone Melange, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Filaticio fabric and it is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Spinone fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1850 Semi Mechanical Loom Historical Tela di Seta, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a semi mechanical Tela di Seta fabric, similar to a shot taffeta. It is woven on an original loom from the 1850s. The Tela di Seta fabric belongs to the Antico Setificio Fior...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade Guicciardini Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a hand woven brocade fabric. It is woven on an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Guicciardini pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric ca...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Oberdan Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven in an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Oberdan pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can be u...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Curtains For

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Linen, Silk

Curtain Single Antique Bronze Tie-Back
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/6772-2 - Single elegant antique bronze tie-back, perfect to support Your curtain in an elegant and functional way. Also for belt or scarf...
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Late 19th Century French Other Antique Curtains For

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Bronze

Curtain Single Antique Bronze Tie-Back
Curtain Single Antique Bronze Tie-Back
H 5.52 in W 1.58 in D 3.94 in
Pairs of French Victorian Damask Striped Drapes
Located in New York, NY
3 Pairs of French Victorian style damask drapes with green, red and gold striped floral and scroll design panels with brass gold ring for hanging (priced per pair).  
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Curtains For

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Brass, Gold

Brass Curtain Rod Antique Long Fine
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique beautiful brass curtain valance for the room You last the most - It's 139 cm. long, with roses in relief. (internal size 130 cm. x 19,5). refer. nr. O/6787.   
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Mid-19th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Curtains For

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Brass

Brass Curtain Rod Antique Long Fine
Brass Curtain Rod Antique Long Fine
H 3.94 in W 54.73 in D 9.45 in
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Antique Curtains For For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique curtains for you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, every antique curtains for was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique curtains for — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right antique curtains for, those designed in Victorian, Louis XVI and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one antique curtains for that is appealing in its simplicity, but Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl., antique textiles galleries and H.Pander & Zonen produced versions that are worth a look.

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The average selling price for an antique curtains for at 1stDibs is $3,614, while they’re typically $115 on the low end and $554,767 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Curtains For
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between a drape and a curtain is that drapes are long enough to reach the floor, typically, and are lined with material that is specifically intended to keep out light. Curtains might be short — covering half a window in the kitchen, for example — and while the curtains in your bedroom might keep out some sunlight, they won’t keep out all of it. Drapes are usually made with heavier fabrics such as velvet or a similar material, while curtains usually feature lightweight and sometimes sheer fabrics. Find a collection of antique and vintage drapes and curtains on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A curtain rod and a drapery rod are both made to suspend fabric that would be used for a window treatment. The only difference between the two structures is that curtain rods are thinner since they are designed to support less weight — as curtains are made of lighter fabrics — while drapery rods are more durable and rugged since they are intended to support the weight of drapes, which are comparatively heavier and lengthier. Wood and metal are the most popular materials for these rods. Find an assortment of curtain and drapery rods on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    First used by the Egyptians and later the Romans, pewter is an alloy composed predominantly of tin. It can also be mixed with copper, silver or lead. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique pewter pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pewter is a type of tin alloy that’s been popular for centuries. Many examples of antique pewter objects exist, including dinnerware and sculpture. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pewter from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suzani is a form of embroidered tapestry, generally made on velvet, silk or cotton cloth. Suzanis have held a long tradition as being integral to interior decoration in central Asia. They were also thought to be talismans and would bring good luck to one’s home. Shop a collection of suzani tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Antique rings were made of a variety of materials. You can find pieces produced out of many of the same precious metals used today, such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. In addition, some antique rings feature a material called pinchbeck, which is a combination of copper and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Mercury glass, often known as "silvered glass," is an antique decorative art glass made by glassmakers in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic), England and America from the mid-nineteenth century to the early twentieth century. These are blown glass artworks with hollow interiors, the majority of which are double-walled.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique copper finish refers to the natural tarnishing or ‘patina’ that a copper piece acquires over time. It also refers to the green color some vintage copper pieces take on. You’ll find a large collection of antique copper from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique wicker furniture is generally made from rattan. Rattan is a vine-like plant that is located in tropical regions. The bark of the rattan is used for furniture as it is durable, flexible and looks stylish. The core of the plant is also used in furniture-making, making it highly sustainable. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The antique white color is a hue that combines grey and white and has a bronze undertone. It is classified as a soft and warm off white.