I discovered this fabulous piece in a little antique store in a tiny town of Yemasee, South Carolina (he same Yemassee where more than 500,000 Marine recruits passed through on the train during World War II and found such wonderful hospitality by the local folks). The size and grandeur of this beautiful old treasure makes me wonder if it once graced a buffet or sideboard in one of the old, stately plantation houses there. Can’t you just picture it in your mind?
This was made from a high quality but very sheer linen (almost an organdy) – the same fabric many of the very old christening dresses of the era were made of. The perfect white embroidery on the sheer background just pops off the fabric. It measures 48.5” x 26” and is embroidered on three sides. The back edge is the factory selvage. The most amazing of all is the condition. Despite both the delicacy and the age of this piece, it is still as strong as the day it was made. It was obviously well cared for and stored correctly by somebody who knew what they were doing. Thank you, thank you, whoever you were.
It has been carefully hand cleaned to remove any and all traces of yellowing and stains. I cannot find even the slightest flaw anywhere. What a miracle this piece is. I have no doubt it will become one of your most prized pieces.
I thank you for looking and, as always, if you have any questions or need additional pictures, just ask! I’ll be more than happy to oblige.
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