Jacquard Woven Wool Paisley Shawl Circa 1870
Auction Date: May 22, 2023
Sold for: $246
Lot: 4110
Scotland.
Red field, the sides woven with large boteh motifs, with alternating colored panels to the ends, issuing fringe. The sides with stylized alternating palmettes and flowerheads, under slenderS.
Stitched into one corner, a printed tag, number 93374 with handwritten 12321 panceau sic written in black ink in script below.
Approximate dimensions: 61 x 130 inches..
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Overall condition is very good, with a few scattered small holes. Splotch, stains to area near border of field.