American Pair of Mid 19th C. Crewel Work Drapes

Price: 375.00

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This is an amazing pair of mid 19th century crewel work drapes or curtains. Museum quality. They are in very good condition considering they are textiles and haven't been under glass or stored conservatively. They came from the owner of an 1940s-1960 antique dealer in Youngstown Ohio. The two panels are matched and definitely a pair. The hand work is done on linen and behind there is an additional linen backing. There are a few splits in the linen on the outer panel and repairable stitch work in a one of the upper panels. The drapes are sewn as a three part panel. The back linen is very intact but there is minimal fraying and slitting from two hundred year old acidity, not seen or affecting the front. The colors are exceptionally rich on both drapes. I believe these are definitely exceptional quality for American textiles of this time period. These drapes measure 75" top to bottom. 15 1/2" bunched at top and 27" wide at the bottom. More images upon request. Exceptional find.