An authentic panel of antique Valencian silk jacquard fabric, dating to the 1920s. This historic textile was originally woven for a traditional regional Spanish Fallera dress, showcasing early 20th-century craftsmanship from the renowned weaving center of Valencia.
Historical Context:
The silk-weaving industry in Valencia holds a distinguished pedigree, guided by medieval merchant guilds. This specific damask fabric exhibits the classic late-baroque floral arrangements favored by regional artisans during the early decades of the 20th century. The high-purity natural silk fibers provide a substantial weight and a characteristically deep, lustrous patina.
Technical Specifications and Details:
* Period: 1920s
* Technique / Style: Mechanical jacquard loom weaving with floral damask pattern
* Size: Width is 125 cm (49.2 inches), length is 90 cm (35.4 inches). The vertical pattern repeat measures 31 cm (12.2 inches).
* Material: Natural Silk
* Condition: Dry, clean, and structurally stable. Offered in two optional preservation states: Option A (clean, excellent vintage preservation) and Option B (presents one localized stain, priced accordingly).
Value and Application:
This textile serves as a primary source material for historic dress restoration, bespoke corsetry, and museum-grade textile curation.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.