Hand painted Embossed Wallpaper Panel: C19th Belgium 1920s costume Originally used as a prayer

Originally used as a prayer mat or wall hanging

Measurements: 132cm W X 190cm L

ink black calligraphy on every surface

These are extremely versatile textiles and work well as bed-hangings (which was their original purpose) as a wall hanging or as a door curtain/portier

a good sized panel of decorative hand painted embossed wallpaper dating from the 19th century

Hand painted Embossed Wallpaper Panel: C19th Belgium 1920s costume Originally used as a prayerFrom Belgium, a good sized panel of decorative hand painted embossed wallpaper dating from the 19th century. With an interesting chinoiserie, exotic feel it has lots of gilt which has been over painted by hand with colours which wonderfully highlight the fruit, insects, birds and floral motifs. The panel has a lovely autumnal feel and would work well as a cupboard lining or could be mounted in an old gilt frame. Measurements: 102. 5 x 55cm In