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 

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,

Beautiful French antique linen heirloom sheet in excellent laundered condition, ready to use

This is a pure white linen, summer weight, 1.5kg

I can send a video to show the hand embroidery, lace inserts and drawn thread work in greater detail

Measures 104"/264cm by 95" 142cm

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,

Vintage heavy cotton piquet jupon, could be worn as a skirt 
It was very yellowed when found, it has had a good long soak and is now white again however when wet faint shadows of the marks are visible but they will fade with washing
28" waist, 29" long, perfect condition

A delicious pure antique linen night dress with a slight rustic feel, bow and garland hand embroidery detail and a VP monogram, the shoulders fasten with two pearl buttons each, V vents at the side for a comfortable fit

Fully laundered, chest 40", length 41"

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

Dating from the late 1910's from the style of the embroidery this heirloom set comprising a square pillow sham and a typically French piece of bedlinen, a bolster pillow cover,

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

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,

The second of this style, no lace trim on the sleeve edges is the only difference, I have put blend for this one as it has a more cotton like feel, I believe it may be a blend of both, it is medium weight with a slightly more rustic texture, A line shape with drawstring neckline,

Pretty lace trimmed sleeveless nightgown in a medium weight linen, loose A line shape with side inserts

Good condition

44" chest 40" long

A rare find, I have these two exceptionally fine antique silk tulle and lace modesty panels with lovely collars for costuming, worn under an open front blouse or dress, they are both stunning and could be incorporated into a wedding dress or even worn with contemporary clothing,

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,

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,

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 rare find, I have these two exceptionally fine antique silk tulle and lace modesty panels with lovely collars for costuming, worn under an open front blouse or dress, they are both stunning and could be incorporated into a wedding dress or even worn with contemporary clothing, in perfect condition

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,

This bolt of cotton print came from a tapisserie atelier, it is unused but has aged in storage and will need a short soak and wash before use after which I imagine the colours will brighten and you will see the pretty pink bows and blue flowers more clearly

Medium weight suitable for curtains, pillows,

From a closed mercerie shop I have this dead stock bolt of classic vintage indigo blue cotton used for making the iconic French bleu de travail clothing.....aprons, trousers, jackets and dungarees

Selling in 1 meter lengths cut to order, 3 meters available 

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" 

Tailored blue cotton short sleeve shirt with front stitching detail, fastens with pearl buttons at the front, wide collar and turn back cuffs 

chest 34"

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

Reclaimed from a religious textile this silver metallic fringe is in excellent condition with a lovely full look and aged antique patina for partnering with older textiles, no losses of the twisted fringe

For sale by the meter, 5 meters available, cut to order

3" 8cm wide

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"!!

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

Vintage 1965 Romanex de Boussac printed cotton, salvaged from a bed coverlet, all in good condition, both pieces have hems and signs of stitching at edges

50cm long by a loom width 128cm each, price is for one panel only

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,