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19th Century Hand Woven Paisley Piano Shawl
$900
£683.39
€781.51
CA$1,257.43
A$1,398.54
CHF 730.27
MX$17,018.71
NOK 9,326.70
SEK 8,746.80
DKK 5,832.70
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This Mid-19th Century Paisley Shawl, woven in the historic textile town of Paisley, Scotland, is a stunning example of Victorian-era craftsmanship and fashion. Featuring an intricate design in rich tones of red, ivory, black, green, and orange, the shawl showcases the iconic paisley motif that became widely associated with elegance and luxury in the 1800s.
Inspired by the original Kashmiri shawls of India, these European-made "Paisley" or "Piano" shawls gained immense popularity when Queen Victoria adopted them into her wardrobe. Machine-woven with remarkable detail, this antique textile is both visually captivating and historically significant. Whether used as wall art, a bed or table display, or a dramatic textile accent, it brings a refined touch of 19th-century design to any interior. A valuable, collectible piece for historians, collectors, and designers alike.
Dimensions: 5’ 4” x 10’ 9″
Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1800s
Place of Origin: Paisley, Scotland
Material: Wool
Condition: Good. several small holes throughout
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1251
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- Dimensions:Height: 129 in (327.66 cm)Width: 64 in (162.56 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Machine-Made
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- Date of Manufacture:1880-1889
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Barrington, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 12511stDibs: LU8224237389732
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