Two Woven Silk and Wool Paisley Shawls Circa 1855
Auction Date: May 22, 2023
Sold for: $246
Lot: 4101
The example with smaller black field probably woven in France. The other probably woven in Scotland.
Circa 1855.
Both woven as squares, and each with a black field to center. Both with boteh woven in wide bands, surrounding the plain centers. One, with palmettes near black field, and the other, with stylized oversize fleur-de-lys, plamettes, and shaped cartouches.
The example with palmettes exhibited: Treasures, Traditions, Monterey History and Art Association, 2003.
Approximate dimensions: 52 x 54 inches and 70 x 70 inches, respectively..
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: Both with some moth holes minor losses, short tears, repairs, losses to fringe.