Antique Yarn

Many shades of green were used (sacred color), even the blue. The yarns are dyed with vegetables substances, but the black color was obtained with iron oxide, that corroded the yarn:...

Woven with exceptional precision using a combination of silk and metallic thread-likely gilt-wrapped yarn-the rug reflects both artistic mastery and ceremonial significance.

Today, this storied grain container lives on as a storage basket for magazines, toys, firewood or balls of yarn.

Known as a stick shuttle, the rustic tool is simply designed with a slender handle and two prongs at either end to hold yarn or thread. Elevated by a custom steel stand, the antique ...

Sailors’ woolworks, affectionately known as woolies, were worked by seamen in wool yarns at sea, ashore, and in retirement, as expressions of pride in ship and skill and as gifts for...

During this period Brangwyn illustrated several books including Collingwood (1891), The Captured Cruiser (1893), The Wreck of the Golden Fleece (1893), Tales of Our Coast (1896), The...

During this period Brangwyn illustrated several books including Collingwood (1891), The Captured Cruiser (1893), The Wreck of the Golden Fleece (1893), Tales of Our Coast (1896), The...

This distinct crispness is achieved by intricately wrapping the colored yarns around the structural foundation rather than simply interweaving them.

Sailors’ woolworks, affectionately known as woolies, were worked by seamen in wool yarns at sea, ashore, and in retirement, as cherished mementos of their service.

For example, notice how the natural light shines through the open doors, illuminating the Albanensi woman who is guiding thread onto a yarn reel, while the rest of the room remains d...

Dimensions 36 1/4 inches (92.08 cm) Wide 28 1/3 inches (71.97 cm) High 1 3/4 inches (4.45 cm) Deep Condition Report The woolwork is in good condition, with the colors of the yarns r...

Many shades of green were used (sacred color), even the blue of "nil" (indigo). The yarns are dyed with vegetable substances, but the black was obtained with iron oxide, that corrode...

Woven with a resilient yarn giving incredible wear.' The chair has a loose squab feather filled seat.

Hand-stitched in rich wool yarns on a canvas backing, the needlework focuses entirely on a prized King Charles Spaniel (or toy spaniel) reclining gracefully upon a plush, heavily pad...

Given the nature of the yarn and crochet knit, we think it will work on a range of sizes up to a UK 10 or US 6.

– "Pff… more like a far‑fetched yarn to keep you up all night…" This translation keeps the French wordplay between conte (story) and comte (count), while also reflecting the era's sa...

The work is rendered in fine wool yarns, possibly with silk highlights, stitched onto a mesh canvas ground.

The ‘spinning chair’, this historic type of seating has had numerous modern interpretations across Europe, however, most preserved the main functional characteristics: solid wood, en...

Hand-woven with premium wool yarns using traditional tapestry flatweave techniques, the surface offers a pristine, uniform profile that captures the lightweight elegance of historica...

This specialized, highly laborious hand-weaving method gives the dense wool yarn a distinct, raised textural ripple that results in unmatched graphic definition and structural perman...

Rather than being densely quilted, the maker chose to construct this textile as a hand-tied comfort, filled with light-to-medium weight cotton batting and secured with vibrant red ya...

The art of Ikat involves a labor-intensive, ancient process of resist-dyeing the yarns before they are woven on a loom, resulting in the beautiful, slightly blurred, and organic patt...

The technical execution of the fine wool yarns showcases the height of French workshop mastery, with a palette of rose-pink, gold, and ivory that has matured into a storied, noble pa...

The ball is again wound with yarn but instead of twisting the ball and winding round and round, it is wound straight, first in one direction and then at right angles.

The use of hand-dyed wool yarns gives the surface a soft, matte finish and a characteristic “textile mosaic” appearance, where each stitch contributes to the overall impression of a ...

A couple sits at a table within a cosy cottage interior, accompanied by two cats - one perched on the woman's shoulder - who are both transfixed by the woman's yarn. Indistinctly sig...

The popularity of Berlin wool, a brightly dyed yarn made accessible by industrial production, coincided with changes in naval life: regular pay, increased leisure time, and access to...

A few old repairs are present, carefully executed using well-matched colors and yarns of comparable fineness that blend into the weave.

Here the weaver adopted a quasi-sculptural approach as if she was carving into the field, mixing wool and cotton yarns and adopting curved, eccentric wefts in order to accentuate the...

Hereke rugs are known for their high-quality yarns and fine workmanship, and this rug perfectly reflects that tradition.

Sailor's woolworks flourished as a distinct and highly specialized form of British folk art between approximately 1840 and 1880, produced during the long off-duty hours of extended o...

The Ettrick range fabric is 100% wool, is renowned for its rich colour mixtures and firmly woven tightly twisted yarns. Photograph number 2 is a good colour match.

The popularity of Berlin wool, a brightly dyed yarn made accessible by industrial production, coincided with changes in naval life: regular pay, increased leisure time, and access to...

The defining characteristic of this textile is its technique, representative of the traditional American hooked rug style, where strips of fabric or yarn are pulled through a sturdy ...

Measurements Height: 23 1/4 inches (59.0 cm) Width: 23 1/4 inches (59.0 cm) Condition: The woolwork remains in excellent antique condition, with the vibrant reds and deep blues of t...

The palette is strikingly modern, featuring a complex interplay of variegated yarns in soft creams, taupes, and muted earth tones, punctuated by hints of slate blue and rose.

One of the most striking details in the painting is the ball of yarn that has rolled from the girl’s lap onto the floor.

Navajo blankets that were traditionally worn, transitioned to rugs, partly due to the introduction of commercial dyes and yarns, which changed the standard color palette and increase...

Woven in sturdy, all-wool yarns on a traditional Navajo upright loom, this piece is an excellent example of trading-post-era weaving—combining natural undyed wool with rich red and b...

And it has a lozenge lattice pattern of weft-float beige yarns on a blue plainweave ground. Banded blue end panels.

Handwoven in all-wool yarns on a traditional Navajo upright loom, this rug has the crisp, graphic look associated with trading-post era pieces and works beautifully as either a floor...

Executed in rich wool yarns, the tapestry depicts a romantic pastoral scene of a courting couple in an elegant garden, set against an idyllic landscape of lush foliage, classical arc...

In the late 19th century, the introduction of Germantown yarns brought brighter colors and more intricate patterning.

One of the principal characteristics of Ziegler carpets can be seen in their particular treatment of colour, where the wool yarns are masterfully dyed so to create an almost transluc...

The intensely rich blue dye is derived from natural indigo. The yarn must be dyed in multiple baths to achieve a consistent depth of this richness.

Historically, English rugs of this era were a labor of extreme dedication, hand-stitched with fine wool yarns onto a structural mesh canvas to create a “textile mosaic” of unparallel...

To make a çekme, the weaver loops multi-ply wool yarn over a wooden guide rod. After completing a row, the weaver withdraws the dowel, leaving behind a face of uniformly looped knots...

Unlike knotted pile rugs, the antique needlepoints (or gros point) were hand-stitched with woolen yarns onto a structural canvas, a technique that allowed for an extraordinary level ...

Created using the traditional hooking method—pulling loops of yarn or fabric strips (originally burlap or old clothing scraps) through a sturdy foundation—this rug is a textural, loo...

Unlike woven pile carpets, this technique uses strips of fabric or yarn pulled through a foundation, creating a highly textural, almost three-dimensional surface that captures the ch...

The palette is rich and earthy — a deep madder red field with a deep indigo medallion, charcoal borders, soft ivory highlights, and touches of muted olive and walnut brown.Subtle hor...

This antique piece was crafted using original weaving techniques and pure wool yarns. Its durable structure and striking appearance will earn a special place in your home decor or co...

Gauze clothes like this were woven by the weaver carefully crossing twisted warp yarns over one another to create openings and sets those openings in place with weft yarns.

The absence of bold reds or blues allows the “sculptural” nature of the needlework to take center stage; the subtle tonal shifts in the cream and taupe yarns create a three-dimension...

Unlike the loom-woven Aubusson rugs or Savonnerie carpets, the needlepoint rugs were meticulously hand-stitched onto a mesh canvas using a variety of wool yarns, a technique that all...

This piece is a genuine needlepoint rug, created by stitching wool yarn through a canvas ground, a technique known for producing crisp lines and a clean, tailored surface, often refe...

Octagons, stars, floral patterns, and symbolic figures create the rug's rich and meaningful composition. The wool yarns used retain their vibrant colors and soft texture despite the...

The "needlepoint" technique—painstakingly hand-stitched with wool yarn onto a structural canvas—allowed for a degree of shaded detail and color gradation that surpassed the capabilit...

The large cross motif at its center represents religious symbols, while the surrounding geometric patterns showcase the region's characteristic weaving style. The carpet's woolen ya...

Because it lacks a traditional knotted pile, the rug sits low to the floor, making it the perfect "Designer" choice for showcasing fine antique furniture. The wool yarn used in Victo...