Beautiful and rare collector's linen. A rare antique damask weave cloth from a Biedermeier collection from the 1840s, from Austria, Germany, or France. A natural linen cross runner with a delicate damask weave featuring a pastoral landscape, reminiscent of Toile de Jouy, and lovely floral initial embroidery of the letters "DE". The central medallion... surrounded by garlands, and the intricate depiction of scenes of ancient rural harvests and prayer customs in the background pattern. People advancing in a cart through rich greenery... trees and leaves, and flowers. People (in formal attire) heading to church. Livestock such as cows, sheep, chickens, and ducks... I'm not good at taking photos, so I couldn't capture the pattern well, but it's even more wonderful in person. Hand embroidery of cursive floral initials, plump and beautiful, adorned with delicate small flowers. A rustic yet elegant impression with a subtle luster and sheen, and a three-dimensional damask weave. Elegant and gorgeous. Charming natural colors. Antique ivory, slightly grayed, stone-like, pale greige ecru. The material is medium-fine (medium-thick) natural linen, or possibly a blend of cotton and linen. It's smooth, soft & tough, supple, and has a good drape. Threads with knots and fibers. Durable & robust, it becomes more familiar with time, a medium-thick fabric suitable for everyday use. Chic and stylish, an impressive tapestry-like work. It transforms the space with nuance, and makes the air emit a faint light. Please forgive the errors in the following amateur measurements. Width 83cm x Length 66.5cm Approximately 155g There are two barely noticeable, very faint reddish-brown spots of discoloration. It's in good condition for an old cloth, but please forgive any overlooked minor flaws. Antique cloth of living material. It will bring many benefits in the future. [Biedermeier] A general term for the civic culture that originated in Germany and Austria in the first half of the 19th century. Seeking happiness in private life and the fulfillment of the home, a lifestyle of "simple, functional, and comfortable" and styles of architecture, furniture, paintings, crafts, literature, etc. that reflect them. It is characterized by its focus on the small beauties of everyday life. I have other items for sale as well ✧ Antique Napoleon III period floral weave damask linen monogram hand-embroidered cloth Antique damask floral weave morning glory pattern floral initial hand-embroidered pale khaki ecru large linen cloth Antique French damask weave four-leaf clover pattern cloth red thread small flower ✙ # embroidery redwork