Gold Figured Silk - $22.00 yd.
SILK325-1
$5.50
Chinese, India, Persian, English & French “taffety” or taffeta were all common silks advertised in the 18th and 19th century. Woven plain they were made in a variety of colors, some changeable, some “chine” or warp printed, some with stripes, checks and patterns. All were woven in a like fashion varying only in their width or number of silk yarns in the warp and weft. After the American Revolution great quantities of silk came to the colonies directly from China, including taffetas, satins and lustrings. Simple patterns could be woven, such as stripes or checks and extra float yarns introduced to create patterns as simple as dots and as elaborate as flowers, vines and lace motifs. The Victoria & Albert holds a French Merchant's silk book of 1764 shows a variety of silks including simple patterned ones such as these. Patterns like these could be left plain or embroidered over especially desirable in menswear. You could find silk in all socio-economic levels. It could be got through the second hand market or be provided by a master or mistress.
- This silk has a firm hand and is suitable for the 18th & 19th century, as well as time travel.
- It is suitable for Lady’s Jackets, Spencers & Pelisses, Men's Banyans and Wrapping Gowns, Coats, Waistcoats & Breeches as well as Accessories.
- 100% Silk 56 inches wide.