Lyonnaise silk motif from 18th century - Pattern 5 WinterSale2021

Lyonnaise silk motif from 18th century - Pattern 5 WinterSale2021This is a unique piece made from 18th or early 19th century "Lyonnaise" French silk. We salvaged these remarkable pieces from an old handmade spread that we sourced from France. The maker used different silk combinations in each one. The variety of silks that have been incorporated suggest that these were perhaps scraps left after clothing was made. These rare and exquisite pieces are antique and showing their age, but still beautiful and strong

not antique) ones

19th century period

Designed by us in Ireland

yours will probably not be identical to one of those in the photos but will be equally beautiful - and unique

Some herbs and/or dried petals

Gorgeous Art Nouveau pendant in enamelled silver

and quite a find

which is a sustainable hardwood

this is just to protect the imagery online as sadly there is so much counterfeiting around these days

Our Le Soleil embroidery now takes centre stage on a fabulously soft and shimmering silk velvet wristlet

Yours will probably not be identical to one of those in the photos but will be equally beautiful - and unique

this works as a scarf and also drapes beautifully when used as a wrap