A very wonderful antique ecclesiastical textile heavily encrusted with gold work florals, I particularly like the combination of the crimson velvet and gold

Small tie at the back for hanging, back lined with glazed cotton

In perfect antique condition

84cm by 62cm at the widest point 

 An exceptional hand stitched 19th century quilt with a dense diamond pattern centre, a second loop stitch border around the centre panel and narrow bands of stitching on the four sides to create an outer border.

The fabric used on one side of the quilt is a beautiful pink Paisley with red highlights,

A hand stitched 19th century quilt with a diamond pattern centre and narrow bands of stitching on the four sides to create a border.

The same fabric has been used on both sides of the quilt, a soft weave cotton decorated with vibrant pink blooms shaded with green and wine red and bands of ombre shading,

Taken from a prayer bench this large religious tapestry has amazing detail and symbolism

It is worked in a mix of wool and glazed cotton entirely by hand and with great skill

Amazingly for the age it is in perfect condition, no loss of thread anywhere, the colours are still strong and there are no marks or stains,

From the closed down tailors atelier this is a heavy weight thick woven wool textile with a black and white herringbone design suitable for coats, bags, pillows

An unused, dead stock bolt, so in very good vintage condition, measuring 150cm wide and 500cm long weight 4.6kg

From the closed down tailors atelier this is a lighter weight woven wool textile with a black and white stripe design ideal for clothing, bags, even upholstery or pillows

An unused, dead stock bolt, so in very good vintage condition, measuring 154cm wide and 490cm long weight 2.2kg

Late 19th/early 1900's French avocat lawyer's toque hat in it's original box with the avocats name label on the side and inside the lid

The hat in perfect antique condition, no damage to the velvet or silk fabrics and the silver metallic braid is intact but slightly oxidised

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From a large portiere curtain there are two panels of this soft drape jaquard weave textile with lovely flower basket and bow motifs in muted russet tones

Each panel measures 94"/240cm long by 48"/122cm wide,

Fabulous vintage 1920's/30's striped Basque table linen set, made in the traditional diamond weave of these regional textiles

This is a particularly heavy and excellent quality set, the red and green decoration is woven into the fabric not printed and has the feel of embroidery,

An evocative pair of Victorian lace up boots, showing their years of service with an excellent a timeworn look, good for displaying and okay to wear, the leather is sturdy and would improve with treatment if you wish

Original soles, one heel base has crumbled

Antique 19th century quilt pieces, I'm not sure why this was cut up when I found it as the remnants I have here as all are in really good condition, the fabric is beautiful and it's double sided so if you choose to unpick it to glean the fabric there will be two pieces,

Classic vintage 1920's/30's striped Basque table linen set,

Beautiful rustic weave hemp sacks, some with multiple repairs, all well worn

Here's a selection, I can send you specific details after you have reserved one

Dating from the turn of the century this young girl's dress would have been part of a premier communion ensemble, it is made from a light and sheer cotton muslin and is entirely sewn by hand.

The details are beautiful, tiny hand sewn pin tucks on the body, cuffs and skirt hem, drawn thread details,

Reclaimed from a Vide Maison curtain there are two panels of this antique Art Nouveau floral fabric, in good used condition

It has been laundered

1. 185cm by 82cm

2. 64cm by 82cm

Classic antique French fabric weave of a style I see many variations of, with the alternating pattern stripes with woven flowers in between, this one is particularly beautiful as the weave is multicoloured and the pink flowers are so subtle

Appears to be a blend of raw linen and cotton,

I have two panels of this reclaimed 19th century French cotton print, both have been laundered but I didn't soak preferring to leave it with a hint of it's age, raw edges, otherwise it's in great condition, a little faded but it is over 100 years old

Each panel  measures 83cm/32" by 127cm/50",

A beautiful Art Nouveau era soft weave printed cotton, circa 1905, with big blousy exotic pink blooms over a palest green background of sinuous foliage, reclaimed from some huge bed drapes it has been laundered and the condition is very good

Measures 260cm by a loom width of 77cm, 102" by 30"

Classic vintage 1920's/30's striped cloth, typical of Basque textiles

Light diamond weave damask with the yellow and indigo blue stripe woven into the cloth not printed on

This one has two C monograms embroidered by hand in matching yellow and blue

It has had a life but is still in good condition to use,

Simple 1950's printed cotton day dress, lovely details, white cotton piping, front pocket, large mother of pearl buttons, cap sleeves and matching belt.

The skirt is full and circular shape in keeping with the 50's fashion. Side popper fastening

Clean and ready to wear, no faults found

A line shape with high relief embroidery, pearl button fastening on the top of each strap , this is heavy antique linen, off white with a wonderful texture

A few small holes and a tear at the front that need repairing,

We are lucky to live very close to the Basque country and the famous textiles they produce sometimes appear at Brocantes with their traditional pattern weave and bright colour combinations

This one dates from the 1920s/30's, has a green and red colour woven border,

Cute 1950's/60's summer dress in classic blue and white gingham with broderie anglaise trim, fastens with press studs at one side

chest 32" waist 30" length 35"

Dark blue cotton dress with white polka dots......press stud fastening at front

chest 32" waist 30" length 43" 

A robe de plage, with pleated hem and metal zip fastening back in a seaside blue and white stripe

chest 32" length 31"

Zip works but is a bit dodgy

There are three of these vintage purple gingham rectangular pillow shams, 70cm by 50cm and one smaller 66cm by 55cm, they have signs of wear and use including a few tiny holes, pearl button closure, the measurements include the frill.

They have been soaked and laundered

Price is each

Halter neck top with simple ties at the front and good shaping in a white cotton with blue spots

waist 30", chest depends on how much you want to reveal but approx 34"

A very short mini so has to be from the peak of mini skirt wearing in the 60's, lovely box pleats and button front

Waist 26", length 14"!!

Sold to make wash towels with, I have never seen this fabric with lettering incorporated into that red stripe, the basket weave texture is beautiful, it has a coolness but from the feel I think most likely a cotton and linen blend, as new dead stock, so perfect condition,

Simple vest style top in yellow and white stripe cotton, some tailoring to give shape at the front

chest 34"

some rust spots and a little damage under one arm

I have a selection of these unusual silk discs used to keep a hair bun tidy, in Victorian and Edwardian costume a woman's hair would always be worn up and these helped keep everything in place.

They look a little like a doll's hat....and no doubt could be adapted as such.....such a variety of textiles used, silk brocade,

Hemp was one of the most important cottage industries in 18th and 19th century producing fabric for a wide range of domestic use

These shanks of yarn were a barn find, untouched since they were spun by hand on the farm where the hemp was grown

They have an amazing texture,