Late Victorian Textiles

Made from antique Indonesian fabric, this lumbar pillow is unusual and rare. Fabricated from a geometric Southeast Asian brocade in gold threads, red and black cotton. A contemporary...

Antique Tribal Ghasghai Pillow 23" x 14", Authentic Early-19th Century Tribal Piece

Red Indian Kashmir Shawl, Late 19th Century A Classic hand-embroidered and finely ornamented Indian wearing shawl in the European taste. Additional Information Dimensions: 6'10" W...

An exquisite 19th-century hand-woven Paisley shawl from Northwest India, featuring an elegant color palette of brick red, ivory, black, and green. This historic textile showcases a finely detailed paisley border, with larger stylized boteh (paisley) motifs at each end. The central field is rendered in a contrasting solid black, creating a striking visual balance and framing the intricate design. Originating from Kashmir, these shawls—sometimes called “Paisley” or “Piano” shawls—became highly fashionable in Europe during the Victorian era, especially after Queen Victoria popularized them. The design and craftsmanship of these Indian shawls later inspired the iconic production of similar pieces in Paisley, Scotland, throughout the 19th century. This richly woven textile can be elegantly draped over a table or bed or displayed as a piece of wall art, making it an ideal statement in classic, bohemian, or globally inspired interiors. A rare and collectible piece of textile history that combines cultural heritage with timeless style. Dimensions: 62” x 64” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: India Material: Wool, cotton with organic dyes Condition: Good, few small holes The Persian Knot, SKU 2227 19th century Paisley shawl, antique Kashmiri shawl, vintage piano shawl, hand-woven Indian textile, Victorian Paisley shawl, brick red paisley shawl, Kashmir shawl black center, Indian paisley textile, historic Indian shawl, collectible Paisley shawl, antique textile wall art, paisley table throw, bed display shawl, Victorian fashion accessory, NW India shawl, hand-loomed paisley shawl, Indian boteh shawl, Queen Victoria shawl style, Scottish Paisley inspired, heirloom Indian textile, Paisley Shawl, Vintage Paisley Shawl...

This pillow features an exquisite hand-embroidered panel from Uzbekistan, dating to the early 20th century. The front textile is made from pure silk, both in its ground fabric and em...

Crafted from antique handwoven wool once used as waistbands in regional women’s attire, this cover offers a rare glimpse into the sartorial traditions of Sivas, an Anatolian region o...

Beautiful pillow made of antique Indian handmade Paisley Textile, fresh insert, fine cotton backing. double front support lining.  

This is a beautiful large Paisley Kashmir Shawl that dates to c. 1890 - 1900. This textile is in a very good state of preservation with only a few minor losses to the fringed ends. T...

Antique Victorian paisley shawl - fine hand woven pattern with solid black center - fine black fringe to two ends - self woven edges on the other sid...

A rare and elegant textile, this 19th Century Hand-Woven Kashmiri Paisley Shawl from Northwest India is a timeless piece of history and artistry. Masterfully woven in rich hues of br...

Pillow with paisley pattern fabric (I forgot the name). Placed on any side it gives a touch of elegance. ref. B/2414 bis

A fine Kashmir Paisley textile with a centre medallion and signature, classic and evolved teardrop forms in an elaborately embroidered design.