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Up for sale is a stunning, authentic piece of American textile folk art: a 19" x 19" Antique Cigar Silk Quilt Panel dating from the late 1890s to early 1910s.
During the Victorian era, cigar bundles were tied together with vibrant yellow, orange, and gold silk ribbons featuring printed manufacturer brand names.
Resourceful home crafters meticulously saved these premium advertising ribbons and hand-stitched them into gorgeous "crazy quilt" patterns, decorative table toppers, and throw pillows.
This specific 19-inch square piece features beautiful, rich historic tones and visible cigar brand names. The ribbons are connected with decorative, traditional hand-stitching across the entire face of the panel.
Dimensions:Approximately 19 inches by 19 inches. This is the perfect size for professional framing or finishing into a historic accent pillow.
Condition Notes:Overall Antique Condition: Strong antique condition with beautiful historic character.
Silk Quality: The fabric remains structurally intact, though typical for its age, there may be light, minor fiber separation on select ribbons.
Please inspect the photos.
Color: The colors remain vivid with a lovely, genuine antique patina.
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they serve as the primary description of minor fraying, edge wear, or historical marks.
Shipping & Handling:
This item will be packed flat and handled with extreme care to protect the fragile antique silk fibers during transit. Shipped from a clean, smoke-free environment.
