19th Century French Bedding Set - Heavy Linen Sheet and Hand Embroidered Pillowcase - Antique Wedding Trousseau

High-end bedding set consisting of a flat sheet and a long pillowcase, representative of French home linens from the late 19th century.

History of the object: These textiles were part of the 'trousseau' of French families. They were pieces made and embroidered entirely by hand to last for decades, using superior weight linen. The absence of embroidered monograms and the fact that the pillowcase remains without definitive side seams confirm that it is a 'trousseau stock' piece that was never used.

Technical details:
- Period: 19th Century
- Technique: Manual embroidery with openwork and complex lace integrated into the weave.
- Sheet size: 260 cm long by 220 cm wide (102.4 x 86.6 inches). The lace has a drop of 55 cm (21.7 inches).
- Pillowcase size: 160 cm long by 40 cm wide (63.0 x 15.7 inches).
- Material: Pure linen of high density and weight.
- Total weight: 1450 g (3.2 lbs).
- Condition: Excellent state of preservation. Never used piece, no wear, stains or tears. The linen retains its original texture and strength.

Value: This set represents a museum piece for collectors of antique textiles or for those looking for the unsurpassed quality of European handcrafted linen in period decorations.