Vintage French Bedding Set: Top Sheet and Pillowcase CM Monogram - Cotton and Lace

Early 20th-century French bedding set consisting of a top sheet and a large-format pillowcase, decorated with an embroidered monogram.

History: This set belongs to the French 'trousseau' tradition, where home linens were handcrafted with great mastery to last for generations. The 'CM' monogram indicates a personalized piece, typical of bourgeois families during the Belle Époque.

Technical Details:
- Period: 1910s.
- Technique / Style: Hand-embroidered relief (plumetis) and handcrafted lace inserted at the edges.
- Sheet Size: 220 x 250 cm (86.6 x 98.4 inches).
- Pillowcase Size: 160 x 40 cm (63.0 x 15.7 inches).
- Material: Densely woven, high-strength cotton.
- Weight: 1000 g (2.2 lbs).
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The fabric maintains its integrity and whiteness. The item is delivered laundered and ironed according to textile conservation protocols.

Value: A high-value piece for collectors of antique textiles or for use in refined rustic or historical interior decoration.