{"title":"Silk Fabrics","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1760-abigail-adams","title":"1760 Abigail Adams","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1763 Chiné Silk Stripe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reconstructed silk design is based on an original salesman’s sample book from about 1763, showing fashionable dress silks presented to clients before seasonal orders were placed. The striped layout and ikat floral motif create a refined textile suitable for historically accurate garments with strong vertical movement and elegant visual rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design combines soft blurred florals with striped grounds, reflecting the characteristic appearance of chiné silks woven for the mid-18th century market. The controlled repetition gives the fabric a decorative yet structured quality, making it especially effective for garments where the pattern must support cut, proportion, and silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaistcoats and Banyans. The vertical stripe structure and floral arrangement also make this design suitable for other 18th-century garments where elongated pattern flow, refined silk character, and historically accurate proportion are important to the final result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is based on dress silk samples from around 1763, preserved in a travelling salesman’s sample book. Such books were used to present new colours and fashionable patterns to customers before production orders were placed. The original reflects the commercial silk trade of the period and the popularity of striped chiné and ikat-inspired\u003cbr\u003efloral silks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1760_Abigail_Adams_1766.jpg?v=1776356949\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbigail Adams\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbigail Adams was the second First Lady of the United States and one of the most politically engaged women of her time. Because of her influence and strong opinions, political opponents sometimes referred to her as “Mrs. President.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs John Adams’s close confidante, she was well informed about political affairs and also managed important family financial matters, including investments. Her intelligence, independence, and force of character made her one of the most remarkable women of the late 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 30px; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media (max-width: 750px) {\n  div[style*=\"display:flex\"] {\n    flex-direction: column !important;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion  11 Meters","offer_id":46703459991890,"sku":"48200200","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1760_Abigail_Adams_2.jpg?v=1772992700"},{"product_id":"1760-madame-louise-marie-swan-sea","title":"1760 Madame Louise-Marie - Swan Sea","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1760 Chiné Taffeta Floral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reconstructed design is based on an 18th-century textile suitable for historically accurate dressmaking. The open floral repeat supports both structured garments and flowing silhouettes, allowing flexible cutting while maintaining visual continuity across pattern pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design reflects a striped chiné taffeta with a large-scale floral arrangement, created using an ikat technique. The soft, slightly blurred transitions in the motifs give the fabric a distinctive character typical of mid-18th century textile production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMantua, Robe à la Française, Jackets, and Aprons. The design also works well for petticoats and other garments where a structured yet decorative repeat supports accurate reconstruction and practical fabric layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is based on a textile fragment from a robe à la française, dated to around 1760 during the Louis XV period in France. Chiné taffetas with ikat-dyed warps were highly valued for their soft pattern transitions and were widely used in fashionable dress textiles of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:100%; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:48%; float:left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/5\/5a\/Madame_Louise_de_France_%281748%29_by_Jean-Marc_Nattier.jpg\/250px-Madame_Louise_de_France_%281748%29_by_Jean-Marc_Nattier.jpg\" alt=\"Louise-Marie of France\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display:block; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:48%; float:right;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLouise-Marie of France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLouise-Marie of France was the youngest daughter of Louis XV and Maria Leszczyńska. She later became a Discalced Carmelite nun under the name Thérèse of Saint Augustine and served as prioress at Saint-Denis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":46708394950994,"sku":"48200265","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1760MadameLouise-Marie3_e0b1b87b-e377-4ad7-9c9b-cfef52d073fb.jpg?v=1772992108"},{"product_id":"1760-madame-adelaide-frozen","title":"1760 Madame Adélaïde - Frozen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1760 Chiné Taffeta Floral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reconstructed design is based on an 18th-century textile suitable for historically accurate dressmaking. The open floral repeat supports both structured garments and flowing silhouettes, allowing flexible cutting while maintaining visual continuity across pattern pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design reflects a striped chiné taffeta with a large-scale floral arrangement created using an ikat technique. The softly blurred transitions within the motifs give the fabric its characteristic appearance, typical of refined mid-18th century textile production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMantua, Robe à la Française, Jackets, and Aprons. The design also adapts well to petticoats and other garments where a decorative yet structured repeat supports accurate reconstruction and practical fabric layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is based on a textile fragment from a robe à la française, dated to around 1760 during the Louis XV period in France. Chiné taffetas with ikat-dyed warps were highly valued for their soft pattern transitions and were widely used in fashionable dress textiles of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:48%; vertical-align:top; padding-right:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/9\/90\/Nattier%2C_Jean-Marc_-_Marie_Ad%C3%A9la%C3%AFde_of_France_-_Versailles_MV_8544.jpg\/500px-Nattier%2C_Jean-Marc_-_Marie_Ad%C3%A9la%C3%AFde_of_France_-_Versailles_MV_8544.jpg\" alt=\"Madame Adélaïde of France\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:52%; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadame Adélaïde of France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMadame Adélaïde, daughter of Louis XV, was known for her intelligence, strong will, and political ambition. Unlike many royal women of her time, she actively sought influence at court through her family connections, while maintaining a commanding and often dominant presence within the royal household.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":46703476277586,"sku":"48200197","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1760_Madame_Adelaide_1.jpg?v=1736418837"},{"product_id":"1782-yolande-de-poligniac-silk-dupion","title":"1782 Yolande de Poligniac - Lavandel","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1782 Polonaise Silk Fabric\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unusual late 18th century inspired silk fabric is especially suitable for creating a striking \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e with strong visual character and movement. The expressive repeating motif creates a lively textile surface that stands out beautifully in gathered skirts, draped backs, and decorative Rococo silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small-scale pattern gives this historical reproduction fabric an almost shimmering appearance from a distance while revealing its decorative structure up close. It is ideal for silk-inspired historical gowns, theatrical costume, late Rococo fashion projects, and statement dressmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e gowns, late 18th century silk-inspired dresses, petticoats, jackets, theatrical costume, historical reenactment, museum-inspired dressmaking, and dramatic Rococo styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is inspired by the textile world connected to the \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette\u003c\/em\u003e and the fashionable dress culture of the 1780s. During the late 18th century, distinctive silk fabrics became an important part of visual status, elegance, and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 30px; align-items: flex-start; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 250px; height: auto;\" alt=\"Yolande de Polastron Duchess of Polignac\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/4\/40\/Duchess_de_Polignac.jpg\/250px-Duchess_de_Polignac.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yolande Martine Gabrielle de Polastron, Duchess of Polignac.\u003cbr\u003eClose companion and favourite of Queen Marie Antoinette. Yolande Martine Gabrielle de Polastron, Duchess of Polignac, was born in 1749 and became one of the closest companions of Marie Antoinette after being presented at Versailles in 1775. Celebrated for her beauty and elegance, she became an influential figure within the fashionable world surrounding the French court before the Revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media screen and (max-width: 768px) {\ndiv[style*=\"display:flex\"]{\ndisplay:block !important;\n}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 Meters","offer_id":46718133240146,"sku":"48201122","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Skarmbild_2025-01-09_123602.jpg?v=1736422609"},{"product_id":"1780-magdalena-rudenschold","title":"1780 Magdalena Rudenschöld","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"114\"\u003e1788–1790 French Textile – for Late 18th-Century Gowns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"207\"\u003eInspired by an original textile preserved in The Metropolitan Museum of Art collections\u003c\/strong\u003e, this design is based on a French printed cotton dated \u003cstrong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"282\"\u003ecirca 1788–1790\u003c\/strong\u003e. The original fragment reflects the refined elegance of the late eighteenth century — a period where textile patterns moved toward lighter rhythm, floral balance, and sophisticated repetition suitable for both court and formal dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eThe fabric is especially suitable for creating:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobe à la française\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobe à l’anglaise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobe à la polonaise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal ball gowns and special-occasion dress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetticoats and coordinated historical ensembles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"477\" width=\"477\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1780_Magdalena_Rudenschold_5.png?v=1772182569\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis design is dedicated to \u003cstrong\u003eMagdalena Charlotta Rudenschöld\u003c\/strong\u003e, Swedish countess, court lady, and painter. Known for her connection to Gustaf Mauritz Armfelt and her involvement in the Armfelt conspiracy, she became one of Sweden’s most remarkable historical figures of her time and is often regarded as the first political prisoner at Långholmen’s spinning house. Her life reflects both the brilliance and turbulence of the Gustavian era — the very world in which textiles like this once belonged.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Cotton Satin","offer_id":53563671249234,"sku":"48100174","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Linen","offer_id":53563710734674,"sku":"48800174","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Cretonne","offer_id":53563720270162,"sku":"48790174","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Poplin","offer_id":53563746287954,"sku":"48930174","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Voile","offer_id":53563753988434,"sku":"48500174","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1780_Magdalena_Rudenschold_3.jpg?v=1772181595"},{"product_id":"1782-sophia-dussek","title":"1782 Sophia Dussek","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Striped Cotton for Polonaise \u0026amp; Waistcoat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis late 18th-century striped cotton is well suited for robe à la polonaise styling, waistcoats, and refined historical garments. The soft vertical stripe creates a light and balanced rhythm, while the small contrasting motifs add subtle movement and visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is inspired by the \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette pour l’année 1782\u003c\/em\u003e, reflecting the textile aesthetics of the early 1780s. Its narrow repeat and controlled proportions make it particularly suitable for garments where direction, scale, and construction are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobe à la polonaise overskirts, waistcoats, 1780s gowns, bodices, sleeves, historical costume work, and decorative textile projects where a structured striped cotton with late 18th-century character is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis textile draws inspiration from Marie-Antoinette’s documented wardrobe culture, where striped fabrics and delicately spaced motifs played an important role in fashionable dress. Cotton qualities allowed for more practical garments while still maintaining the elegance and visual language of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:18px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px; flex-wrap:wrap;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 265px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/6d1d8cab1004a9c1854f4c9140a3a6ee.jpg?v=1776319184\" alt=\"Portrait reference for Sophia Giustina Dussek\" width=\"265\" height=\"522\" style=\"max-width:100%; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:240px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eReference Person\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSophia Giustina Dussek\u003c\/strong\u003e (born 1 May 1775 in Edinburgh) was a Scottish singer, pianist, harpist, and composer of Italian descent. She played an important role in the musical life of late 18th-century London and contributed to the introduction of Mozart’s music to English audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eHer name gives this textile a cultural anchor within the same period of elegance, performance, and artistic exchange that shaped late 18th-century European fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media screen and (max-width: 749px) {\n  div[style*=\"display:flex\"] {\n    display: block !important;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Cotton Satin","offer_id":48022356394322,"sku":"48100053","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Voile","offer_id":48022358589778,"sku":"48500053","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Poplin","offer_id":52893699113298,"sku":"48930053","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1792SophiaDussek2.png?v=1772996194"},{"product_id":"1782-sophie-cottin","title":"1782 Sophie Cottin - Rose - Silk","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1782 Marie-Antoinette Rose Silk Dupion Fabric\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refined striped silk design is inspired by original textiles documented in the \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette\u003c\/em\u003e (1782). The repeating vertical rhythm, combined with small ornamental motifs, creates a structured yet elegant surface typical of late 18th-century dress fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antique rose ground balanced with darker vertical stripes gives depth and movement to the fabric. The composition works particularly well for garments where verticality enhances silhouette and drape, staying visually true to historical aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Regency overdresses, petticoats, and layered 18th-century garments. Also suitable for decorative textile projects where a structured, repeating stripe adds rhythm and historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design draws from documented court fashion of the 1780s, where striped silks were widely used in both formal and semi-formal garments. These textiles were often chosen to emphasise vertical lines and enhance the wearer’s proportions, particularly in layered dress constructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 250px; height: auto;\" alt=\"Sophie Cottin portrait\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Sophie-Cottin.jpg?v=1777966646\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNamed after Sophie Cottin (1770–1807), a French novelist known for her widely read romantic works. Her writing reflects the emotional and cultural landscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, aligning with the refined aesthetic of this textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11  Meters","offer_id":46718363730258,"sku":"48201054","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1792SophieCottin1_e35c6c44-1ad8-4e30-a614-6962c8a170fa.jpg?v=1769543419"},{"product_id":"1760-marie-theresia","title":"1760 Marie Theresia","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1760s Silk Chiné Stripe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reconstructed silk design is based on an original French dress fabric from the 1760s. The combination of soft floral chiné motifs, ribbons, and striped structure creates a refined textile with strong vertical movement, making it highly suitable for historically accurate 18th-century dressmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design balances delicacy and clarity through blurred floral forms set between yellow stripes. This gives the fabric the distinctive character of silk chiné, where the pattern appears soft yet controlled, supporting both elegant silhouettes and precise garment construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobe à la Française, Robe à l’Anglaise, and Pet-en-l’air jackets. The striped layout and floral placement also make this design especially effective for garments where vertical emphasis, silk character, and historically accurate proportion are essential to the final appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is reconstructed from an original French silk chiné dress fabric from the 1760s, now preserved in the Victoria and Albert Museum. The original features pink roses and ribbons placed between yellow stripes, reflecting the fashionable luxury silks of the mid-18th century and the popularity of patterned woven dress fabrics in France.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Drouais_-_Marie_Therese_de_Savoie__comtesse_d_Artois_-_Versailles_2481b69a-ca17-4ec2-8de5-a9948abaa4f2.jpg?v=1776357757\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarie Therese de Savoie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarie Therese de Savoie, born in 1756, was a French married princess and Countess of Artois. As a foreign-born member of the royal house, she was not especially popular at court, where marriages to foreign princesses were often met with suspicion and criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe left France with her husband at the outbreak of the French Revolution. 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The vertical ikat-style markings create a soft rhythm across the pale ground, giving the fabric a light, almost airy expression typical of late 18th-century refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cool Ice Blue tone offers a fresh and elegant alternative to warmer palettes, making it particularly suitable for garments where clarity, contrast, and silhouette are important. The vertical structure enhances the lines of the garment while keeping the overall look delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for Pierrot jackets, fitted bodices, Italian open dress elements, \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Regency overdresses, and structured 18th-century garments where a light, refined stripe enhances the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriped silks and ikat-inspired effects were widely used in the 1780s to create movement and visual structure in fashionable dress. This Ice Blue interpretation preserves the historical composition while offering a cooler, more luminous colourway suited for modern historical interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:20px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Marie_Louise_Therese_de_Savoie__Madame_la_princesse_de_Lamballe_par_Joseph_Duplessis.jpg?v=1777967193\" alt=\"Princess de Lamballe portrait\" style=\"max-width:250px; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Princess Marie Thérèse Louise of Savoy (1749–1792), Princesse de Lamballe, was a close confidante of Queen Marie-Antoinette. Her refined presence at court reflects the elegance embodied in the textiles of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":46755561439570,"sku":"48201123","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1782_Prince_de_Lamballe_1.png?v=1777967824"},{"product_id":"1782-prince-de-lamballe-crushed-roses","title":"1782 Prince de Lamballe Crushed Roses","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Rose Silk for Italian Open Dress\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis rose-coloured variation is based on an original textile recorded in the \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette\u003c\/em\u003e (1782). The vertical stripe structure, softened by pale rose tones and dark ikat-like markings, gives the fabric a refined late 18th-century character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Crushed Roses” colourway creates a warmer and more romantic expression than the grey version. It would be especially effective for an Italian open dress with generous lace trimming, where the vertical stripe supports the silhouette while the rose ground softens the overall look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for Italian open dresses, \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Regency overdresses, lace-trimmed bodices, petticoats, and layered 18th-century garments where a soft rose tone and vertical stripe are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design originates from documented court textiles of the 1780s, where striped silks were widely used to create structure, movement, and elegance in fashionable dress. The rose colourway offers a softer interpretation while preserving the original visual rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:20px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Marie_Louise_Therese_de_Savoie__Madame_la_princesse_de_Lamballe_par_Joseph_Duplessis.jpg?v=1777967193\" alt=\"Princess de Lamballe portrait\" style=\"max-width:250px; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Princess Marie Thérèse Louise of Savoy (1749–1792), known as the Princesse de Lamballe, was a close confidante of Queen Marie-Antoinette. Her life reflects the elegance and fragility of the French court in the years leading up to the Revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":47688548450642,"sku":"48201164","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1782_Prince_de_Lamballe_Crushed_Roses_2.jpg?v=1728463575"},{"product_id":"1792-elisabeth-vigee-le-brun","title":"1792 Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun - Champagne White - Silk","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eShipping and customs information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eThe listed price excludes customs duties and import charges. These costs are charged separately by the shipping company after delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eYou will receive a tracking number once the product has been dispatched. Please track your shipment on the shipping company’s website, where you will receive the necessary information about customs clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe width of the fabric is 140 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspiration to this design\u003c\/strong\u003e I have found from “Gazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette pour l'année 1782”, which can be translated; “An official journal of the attire of Queen Marie-Antoinette for the year 1782”.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eÉlisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun\u003c\/strong\u003e, born April  1755 in Paris, was a French painter. Her style is considered to be a mixture of Rococo and Neoclassicism, as the coloring is Rococo while the motifs are Neoclassicism. She is above all known as a portrait painter. She was already famous in her own time, was Queen Marie Antoinette's court painter and was elected to ten European art academies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1792_Elisabeth_Vigee_Le_Brun.png?v=1710523213\" width=\"256\" height=\"356\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 Meters","offer_id":47827384893778,"sku":"48200224","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1792_Elisabeth_Vigee_Le_Brun_1.png?v=1728465661"},{"product_id":"1770-ulla-von-hopken","title":"1770 Ulla von Höpken","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspiration to this design: \u003c\/strong\u003eI Found from The Metmuseum collections. \u003cbr\u003eThe original is a silk Robe à la Française from 1750–75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this design\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eI have not tried to modernise the design but keep the 18th century hand painted touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis fabric is dedicated to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ulla von Höpken\u003cbr\u003eUlrika \"Ulla\" Eleonora von Höpken, later von Wright, born von Fersen on March 24, 1749, was a Swedish noblewoman and stateswoman. She was one of the most well-known personalities of the Gustavian era and is known in history as one of the \"Three Graces\". During her time, she was well known for her love life, is mentioned in contemporary memoirs and diaries and has also been portrayed in culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Ulla_von_Hopken_by_Bjorck.jpg?v=1712654244\" width=\"268\" height=\"329\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Cotton Satin","offer_id":47957505966418,"sku":"48100233","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Popline","offer_id":51548979822930,"sku":"48930233","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1770UllavonHopken1.png?v=1712654294"},{"product_id":"1782-genevieve-dossun-diamond-dove","title":"1782 Geneviève d'Ossun - Diamond Dove","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Blue Grey Silk for Casaquin Jacket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis refined striped design is recreated from \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette pour l'année 1782\u003c\/em\u003e — the official record of the Queen’s wardrobe. The blue-grey tones combined with delicate dotted lines create a calm and balanced composition, characteristic of late 18th-century elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Diamond Dove” colourway introduces a cooler, more muted palette, offering a subtle sophistication. The vertical structure enhances tailored silhouettes, making it particularly suitable for structured jackets and bodices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for Casaquin jackets, Pierrot jackets, fitted bodices, \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Italian open dress elements, and structured 18th-century garments where a restrained and elegant colour palette is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriped silks and ikat-inspired effects were widely used in the 1780s to create movement and definition in fashionable dress. This blue-grey variation preserves the historical composition while offering a softer, more understated interpretation suited to modern historical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:20px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Genevieve_d_Ossun.png?v=1728460579\" alt=\"Geneviève d’Ossun portrait\" style=\"max-width:250px; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Geneviève d’Ossun (1751–1830) served as dame d’atour to Queen Marie-Antoinette and was responsible for managing the royal wardrobe. Her position placed her at the heart of court fashion during the 1780s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Cotton Satin","offer_id":49591949099346,"sku":"48101116","price":26.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/3_a14dc07a-4a6e-4212-9f48-3d11e579c5b5.png?v=1728476373"},{"product_id":"1891-marie-curie-misty-himalayas","title":"1891 Marie Curie - Misty Himalayas","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1890s French Silk Stripe Print\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delicate reconstruction inspired by a late 19th-century French silk print, featuring fine vertical stripes with small floral motifs. The light, airy composition reflects the refined yet practical aesthetic of the 1890s, making it highly suitable for historically informed garments and reinterpretations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe alternating stripe rhythm combined with scattered floral sprigs creates movement and visual softness. This balance between structure and ornament was typical of textiles used for shirtwaists and informal daywear during the decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for shirtwaists, walking dress bodices, and late Victorian blouses. Works particularly well for garments requiring light structure and visual elongation. Also suitable for children's wear, summer garments, and historically inspired interiors where a subtle yet characterful print is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the 1890s, striped and small-scale printed fabrics became widely used in women's daywear, especially for shirtwaists. These garments reflected the rise of a more independent and active lifestyle. The combination of fine stripes and floral motifs was typical of French silk prints adapted into more accessible materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Image --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 500px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/o.jpg?v=1748521254\" alt=\"1890s French silk stripe floral print fabric\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Text directly under image --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; max-width: 500px;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarie Curie (1867–1934)\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the most influential scientists of her time and a contemporary of this textile tradition. Working in Paris during the same period, she embodied the emerging role of women in public and professional life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe shirtwaist—often made from fabrics like this—became a symbol of the “New Woman”: educated, independent, and active. Practical yet refined textiles supported this shift, bridging function and elegance in everyday dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Cotton Voile","offer_id":50860277825874,"sku":"48500239","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Satin","offer_id":50860277858642,"sku":"48100239","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton Poplin","offer_id":50860277891410,"sku":"48930239","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1891_Marie_Curie_med_dam.png?v=1773048786"},{"product_id":"1782-genevieve-dossun-diamond-dove-silk","title":"1782 Geneviève d'Ossun - Diamond Dove - Silk","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Blue Grey Silk for Robe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull length: 11 metres of Silk Dupion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refined striped design is recreated from \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette pour l'année 1782\u003c\/em\u003e — the official record of the Queen’s wardrobe. The blue-grey tones combined with delicate dotted lines create a calm and balanced composition, characteristic of late 18th-century elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Diamond Dove” colourway introduces a cooler, more muted palette, offering a subtle sophistication. The vertical structure enhances tailored silhouettes, making it particularly suitable for structured gowns and fitted bodices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Pierrot jackets, fitted bodices, Italian open dress elements, and structured 18th-century garments where a restrained and elegant colour palette is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriped silks and ikat-inspired effects were widely used in the 1780s to create movement and definition in fashionable dress. This blue-grey variation preserves the historical composition while offering a softer, more understated interpretation suited to modern historical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Genevieve_d_Ossun.png?v=1728460579\" alt=\"Geneviève d’Ossun portrait\" style=\"max-width: 250px; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeneviève d’Ossun (1751–1830) served as dame d’atour to Queen Marie-Antoinette and was responsible for managing the royal wardrobe. Her position placed her at the heart of court fashion during the 1780s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 Meters","offer_id":51635126862162,"sku":"48201116","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/3_a14dc07a-4a6e-4212-9f48-3d11e579c5b5.png?v=1728476373"},{"product_id":"1782-genevieve-dossun-raspberry-cream-silk","title":"1782 Geneviève d'Ossun - Raspberry Cream - Silk","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Raspberry Cream Silk for Robe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull length: 11 metres of Silk Dupion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant striped design is recreated from \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette pour l'année 1782\u003c\/em\u003e — the official record of the Queen’s wardrobe. The soft raspberry tones combined with a light cream ground create a warm and refined composition, characteristic of late 18th-century elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Raspberry Cream” colourway introduces a richer yet balanced palette. The vertical stripe enhances the natural lines of a \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, supporting both structure and movement while maintaining a soft visual impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Italian gowns, Pierrot jackets, fitted bodices, and elegant 18th-century garments where a warm, refined stripe enhances the silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriped silks of the 1780s were widely used to create rhythm, movement, and elegance in fashionable dress. This raspberry-toned interpretation preserves the historical composition while offering a softer, more romantic palette for modern historical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: flex-start; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 250px; height: auto;\" alt=\"Geneviève d’Ossun portrait\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Genevieve_d_Ossun.png?v=1728460579\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeneviève d’Ossun (1751–1830) served as dame d’atour to Queen Marie-Antoinette and was responsible for managing the royal wardrobe during the 1780s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 Meters","offer_id":51635152421202,"sku":"48201167","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1782_Genevieve_d_Ossun_3.png?v=1728476497"},{"product_id":"1780-duchess-hedvig-elisabeth-charlotta-silk","title":"1780 Duchess Hedvig Elisabeth Charlotta - Silk","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Floral Silk for Robe à la Polonaise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant late 18th-century floral silk is inspired by original \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e designs from circa 1780–1785. The composition features stylised florals and delicate butterflies arranged in a light, airy repeat, characteristic of refined European textile design during the late Rococo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design reflects the influence of \u003cem\u003echinoiserie\u003c\/em\u003e, where European floral traditions were enriched with exotic motifs and narrative elements. The result is a balanced textile that combines movement, elegance, and historical authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobe à la Polonaise, open gowns, overskirts, petticoats, and full 18th-century dressmaking projects where a flowing floral silk with historical character is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polonaise gown emerged in the 1770s and became a defining silhouette of the early 1780s. Its distinctive draped overskirt, gathered into sections to reveal the petticoat beneath, created both volume and movement. Textiles of this type were often executed in silk with lively floral arrangements and decorative motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is named in honour of Hedvig Elisabeth Charlotta of Holstein-Gottorp, known for her cultural influence, artistic talents, and presence within late 18th-century court life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 18px; align-items: flex-start; margin-top: 20px; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 0 0 210px;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" height=\"210\" width=\"210\" alt=\"Hedvig Elisabeth Charlotta portrait\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kungligaslotten.se\/images\/18.2490add172982faa1d32ecd\/1597928814331\/Roslin-Alexander-drottning-Hedvig-Elisabeth-Charlotta-Kungliga-slottet.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 240px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReference Person\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHedvig Elisabeth Charlotta of Holstein-Gottorp\u003c\/strong\u003e arrived in Sweden at the age of 15 to marry Duke Karl, the younger brother of Gustav III. She became known for her lively personality, artistic abilities, and strong presence within court life, embodying the cultural refinement of the late 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media screen and (max-width: 749px) {\n  div[style*=\"display:flex\"] {\n    display: block !important;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":51635161956690,"sku":"48200048","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1780DuchessHedvigElisabethCharlotta2.png?v=1687423759"},{"product_id":"1792-madame-mole-reymond-silk","title":"1792 Madame Molé-Reymond - Silk","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspiration is from \"1792 Gazette des atours d'été de Madame Elisabeth, \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e - No 14\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadame Molé-Reymond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBackground and Identity\u003cbr\u003eMadame Molé-Reymond, whose full name is often recorded as Marie-Anne Molé-Reymond, was a prominent figure in 18th-century France. She is best known for being the subject of the portrait painted by Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun in 1786. This painting captures her elegance and status within French society during the Rococo period, a time characterized by ornate art and architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSocial Status and Influence\u003cbr\u003eMarie-Anne was married to Jean-Baptiste Molé, a notable politician who served as a member of the French Parliament. Her marriage placed her in a position of social prominence, allowing her to engage with influential circles in Paris. The Molé family was well-connected, which further enhanced her standing in society. As a woman of means and influence, she likely participated in salons—gatherings that were crucial for intellectual discourse and cultural exchange during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCultural Significance\u003cbr\u003eThe portrait of Madame Molé-Reymond by Vigée Le Brun not only highlights her beauty but also reflects the artistic trends of the time. Vigée Le Brun was one of the most celebrated female painters of her day, known for her ability to portray women with dignity and grace. The painting exemplifies the Rococo style through its use of soft colors, delicate brushwork, and an emphasis on lightness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMadame Molé-Reymond’s representation in art signifies the role women played in shaping cultural narratives during this period. Through such portraits, women were able to assert their identities and social positions at a time when their roles were often limited to domestic spheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"368\" width=\"249\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1792_Madame_Mole-Reymond.jpg?v=1710518528\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1792_Madame_Mole-Reymond.jpg?v=1710518528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":51635181060434,"sku":"48201168","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Skarmklipp-denoised_sharpened_light-100_minskaSkapaStorRapport-kopia_2_0e75cf2c-43ff-4344-bf19-8c15ba944640.png?v=1708775460"},{"product_id":"1782-prince-de-lamballe-granit-silk","title":"1782 Prince de Lamballe Granit - Silk","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Grey Silk for Robe à l’Anglaise \u0026amp; Italian Gown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis refined striped silk design is based on an original textile recorded in the \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette\u003c\/em\u003e (1782). The vertical rhythm of soft grey tones combined with delicate ikat-like markings creates a calm, structured surface typical of late 18th-century silks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe “granite grey” colourway gives the fabric a silvery appearance, making it especially suitable for garments where light, movement, and understated elegance are desired. The subtle contrast enhances the silhouette without overpowering the overall look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Italian gowns, Regency overdresses, and layered 18th-century garments. Particularly effective for projects where a soft silver-grey tone enhances volume, drape, and light reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design originates from documented court textiles of the 1780s, where striped silks were widely used to shape and emphasise the body through vertical construction. The restrained palette reflects the more refined and balanced aesthetics seen in late court fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:20px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Marie_Louise_Therese_de_Savoie__Madame_la_princesse_de_Lamballe_par_Joseph_Duplessis.jpg?v=1777967193\" alt=\"Princess de Lamballe portrait\" style=\"max-width:250px; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Princess Marie Thérèse Louise of Savoy (1749–1792), known as the Princesse de Lamballe, was a close confidante of Queen Marie-Antoinette. Her life reflects the elegance and fragility of the French court in the years leading up to the Revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":51635188203858,"sku":"48201165","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1782_Prince_de_Lamballe_-_Granit_1.png?v=1728476561"},{"product_id":"1770-ulla-von-hopken-silk","title":"1770 Ulla von Höpken - Silk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspiration to this design: \u003c\/strong\u003eI Found from The Metmuseum collections. \u003cbr\u003eThe original is a silk Robe à la Française from 1750–75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this design\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eI have not tried to modernise the design but keep the 18th century hand painted touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"978\" data-start=\"942\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"978\" data-start=\"942\"\u003eShipping and customs information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"980\"\u003eThe listed price excludes customs duties and import charges. These costs are charged separately by the shipping company after delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1325\" data-start=\"1117\"\u003eYou will receive a tracking number once the product has been dispatched. Please track your shipment on the shipping company’s website, where you will receive the necessary information about customs clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1375\" data-start=\"1327\"\u003eShipping costs are included in the fabric price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe width of the fabric is 140 cm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis fabric is dedicated to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ulla von Höpken\u003cbr\u003eUlrika \"Ulla\" Eleonora von Höpken, later von Wright, born von Fersen on March 24, 1749, was a Swedish noblewoman and stateswoman. She was one of the most well-known personalities of the Gustavian era and is known in history as one of the \"Three Graces\". During her time, she was well known for her love life, is mentioned in contemporary memoirs and diaries and has also been portrayed in culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Ulla_von_Hopken_by_Bjorck.jpg?v=1712654244\" width=\"268\" height=\"329\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 Meters","offer_id":51635332186450,"sku":"48210233","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1770UllavonHopken1.png?v=1712654294"},{"product_id":"1782-sophie-cottin-crushed-roses-silk","title":"1782 Sophie Cottin - Crushed Roses - Silk","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Light Silk for Polonaise \u0026amp; Regency Overdress\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lighter variation of the Sophie Cottin design is inspired by the refined textiles recorded in the \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette\u003c\/em\u003e (1782). The softened rose ground and delicate repeating motifs create a more airy and luminous interpretation of the original striped composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Crushed Roses” palette introduces a gentler, more diffused colour balance, making the fabric especially suitable for garments where lightness and softness are desired while still maintaining a historically grounded expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e, Regency overdresses, petticoats, and layered 18th-century garments. Particularly well suited for summer garments or projects where a lighter tonal appearance enhances the overall silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design builds upon documented late 18th-century striped silks, reinterpreted with a softer and more modern colour balance. Such variations reflect how historical patterns can be adapted while preserving their original structure and visual rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:20px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Sophie-Cottin.jpg?v=1777966646\" alt=\"Sophie Cottin portrait\" style=\"max-width:250px; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Named after Sophie Cottin (1770–1807), a French novelist whose works captured the emotional tone of her era. Her legacy reflects the same refinement and sensitivity that defines this softer interpretation of an 18th-century textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 Meters","offer_id":51856370696530,"sku":"48201162","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1792SophieCottin1.jpg?v=1769543441"},{"product_id":"1780-dorothea-jordan-modern-silk","title":"1780 Dorothea Jordan - Modern - SILK","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Floral Silk for Robe à la Polonaise \u0026amp; Anglaise Gowns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant late 18th-century floral textile is inspired by original \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e silk designs from the 1780s. The flowing garlands and delicate blossoms create a balanced rhythm across the surface, ideal for historically informed garments as well as refined decorative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette has been carefully adjusted into a more harmonious “modern coloured” interpretation, reducing harsher tones while preserving the character of the original composition. The result is a fabric that reads authentically historical, yet visually soft and wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, petticoats, and other 18th-century garments. Also suitable for historical interiors such as cushions, panels, or light upholstery where a refined floral expression is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is based on documented silk garments from circa 1780, preserved in multiple museum collections. Originals were often executed in silk taffeta with hand-painted floral motifs. This version translates that aesthetic into a production-friendly format while maintaining the visual language of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:20px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Mrs_Jordan_from_The_Life_of_Mrs_Jordan_by_JBoaden_1831.jpg?v=1777966439\" alt=\"Dorothea Jordan portrait\" style=\"max-width:250px; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    This fabric is dedicated to Dorothea Jordan (1761–1816), a renowned comic actress of Irish and Welsh origin. She became one of the most celebrated performers of her time and later the companion of the future King William IV, with whom she had ten children. Her life reflects the cultural and social dynamics of the late 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion 11 meters","offer_id":52883010912594,"sku":"48200143","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/2_064b9063-f98b-40a7-a885-d8f95ad523e7.jpg?v=1687173286"},{"product_id":"1760-madame-adelaide-cameo","title":"1760 Madame Adélaïde - Cameo","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1760 Chiné Taffeta Floral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reconstructed design is based on an 18th-century textile suitable for historically accurate dressmaking. The open floral repeat supports both structured garments and flowing silhouettes, allowing flexible cutting while maintaining visual continuity across pattern pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design reflects a striped chiné taffeta with a large-scale floral arrangement created using an ikat technique. The softly blurred transitions within the motifs give the fabric its characteristic appearance, typical of refined mid-18th century textile production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMantua, Robe à la Française, Jackets, and Aprons. The design also adapts well to petticoats and other garments where a decorative yet structured repeat supports accurate reconstruction and practical fabric layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is based on a textile fragment from a robe à la française, dated to around 1760 during the Louis XV period in France. Chiné taffetas with ikat-dyed warps were highly valued for their soft pattern transitions and were widely used in fashionable dress textiles of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 48%; vertical-align: top; padding-right: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 6px;\" alt=\"Madame Adélaïde of France\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/9\/90\/Nattier%2C_Jean-Marc_-_Marie_Ad%C3%A9la%C3%AFde_of_France_-_Versailles_MV_8544.jpg\/500px-Nattier%2C_Jean-Marc_-_Marie_Ad%C3%A9la%C3%AFde_of_France_-_Versailles_MV_8544.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52%; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadame Adélaïde of France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadame Adélaïde, daughter of Louis XV, was known for her intelligence, strong will, and political ambition. Unlike many royal women of her time, she actively sought influence at court through her family connections, while maintaining a commanding and often dominant presence within the royal household.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":52893362487634,"sku":"48201197","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1760MadameAdelaide3_62bb5a2f-01d0-4d02-a75f-3b2f983c7098.jpg?v=1772989830"},{"product_id":"1760-madame-louise-marie-fair-maiden","title":"1760 Madame Louise-Marie - Fair Maiden","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1760 Chiné Taffeta Floral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reconstructed design is based on an 18th-century textile suitable for historically accurate dressmaking. The open floral repeat supports both structured garments and flowing silhouettes, allowing flexible cutting while maintaining visual continuity across pattern pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design reflects a striped chiné taffeta with a large-scale floral arrangement, created using an ikat technique. The soft, slightly blurred transitions in the motifs give the fabric a distinctive character typical of mid-18th century textile production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMantua, Robe à la Française, Jackets, and Aprons. The design also works well for petticoats and other garments where a structured yet decorative repeat supports accurate reconstruction and practical fabric layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is based on a textile fragment from a robe à la française, dated to around 1760 during the Louis XV period in France. Chiné taffetas with ikat-dyed warps were highly valued for their soft pattern transitions and were widely used in fashionable dress textiles of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:100%; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:48%; float:left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/5\/5a\/Madame_Louise_de_France_%281748%29_by_Jean-Marc_Nattier.jpg\/250px-Madame_Louise_de_France_%281748%29_by_Jean-Marc_Nattier.jpg\" alt=\"Louise-Marie of France\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display:block; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:48%; float:right;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLouise-Marie of France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLouise-Marie of France was the youngest daughter of Louis XV and Maria Leszczyńska. She later became a Discalced Carmelite nun under the name Thérèse of Saint Augustine and served as prioress at Saint-Denis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion - 11 meters","offer_id":52893403677010,"sku":"48200198","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1760MadameLouise-Marie2.jpg?v=1772990756"},{"product_id":"1741-eva-merthen-silk","title":"1741 Eva Merthen - SILK","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1741 Butterfly Floral Textile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mid-18th-century floral design features delicate trailing branches combined with butterflies and small ornamental motifs. Developed for historically accurate garments, it reflects the light and decorative character of printed cottons used during the 1740s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition creates an airy, flowing repeat with fine detail and movement. The combination of florals and butterflies adds visual interest without overwhelming the garment, making it especially suitable for dresses where elegance and lightness are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobe Battante, Petticoats, Mantua, Jackets, Banyan, Robe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on a documented mid-18th-century English woodblock print, this design reflects the growing popularity of light, naturalistic patterns. Hand-coloured originals combined floral elements with butterflies, creating textiles that were widely used for garments and interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- IMAGE LEFT + TEXT RIGHT (Shopify safe) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: hidden; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Image left --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"float: left; width: 45%; margin-right: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/i.gr-assets.com\/images\/S\/compressed.photo.goodreads.com\/books\/1249151835l\/6665296.jpg\" alt=\"Eva Merthen historical reference\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 240px; height: auto; display: block;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Text right --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEva Merthen\u003c\/strong\u003e (1723–1811), sometimes referred to as the “Duchess of Finland,” was a Finnish historical figure associated with 18th-century European society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eHer life reflects the broader cultural environment of the period, where refined textiles and expressive dress formed an important part of identity and social life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion 11 meters","offer_id":52893532291410,"sku":"48270082","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/products\/1747EvaMerthen2_97d59819-1689-43ff-9696-1034bc1b55d0.png?v=1706094422"},{"product_id":"1742-dorothy-boyle-silk","title":"1742 Dorothy Boyle  - SILK","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1742 Floral Silk Design Print\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mid-18th-century floral design is based on a documented 1742 pattern by Anna Maria Garthwaite. Developed for historically accurate garments, it reflects the refined aesthetic of Spitalfields silks and works well for both dressmaking and decorative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features flowing branches with blossoms and berries arranged in a light, balanced repeat. The open structure allows the pattern to move naturally across the fabric, making it especially suitable for garments where drape and elegance are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBanyans, Mantua, Robe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally painted in watercolour as a working design for silk weaving, this pattern reflects the advanced textile design practices of 18th-century Spitalfields. Such compositions were created for high-end garments and illustrate the transition toward lighter, more naturalistic Rococo design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TEXT LEFT + IMAGE RIGHT (Shopify safe) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: hidden; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Image right --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"float: right; width: 45%; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_10_mars_2026_11_15_07.png?v=1773137769\" alt=\"18th century inspiration Dorothy Boyle portrait\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Text left --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width: 50%; float: left;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDorothy Boyle\u003c\/strong\u003e, Countess of Burlington and Cork, was a British noblewoman and artist active during the 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eClosely connected to court life and artistic circles, she represents the cultural environment in which refined floral textiles such as this were worn and appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion 11 Meters","offer_id":52893662249298,"sku":"48270104","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/products\/1742DorothyBoyle6.jpg?v=1706094465"},{"product_id":"1782-sophia-dussek-silk","title":"1782 Sophia Dussek Silk","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Striped Silk for Regency Overdress\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis late 18th-century striped silk is well suited for Regency overdresses, robe à la polonaise styling, Pierrot jackets, and refined historical garments. The soft vertical stripe in pale blue creates a light and elegant rhythm, while the small contrasting motifs add subtle movement and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is inspired by the \u003cem\u003eGazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette pour l’année 1782\u003c\/em\u003e, reflecting the refined textile aesthetics of the early 1780s. Its narrow repeat and balanced proportions make it particularly suitable for garments where direction, scale, and visual harmony are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegency overdresses, robe à la polonaise overskirts, Pierrot jackets, 1780s gowns, bodices, sleeves, historical costume work, and decorative textile projects where a light striped silk with late 18th-century character is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis textile draws inspiration from Marie-Antoinette’s documented wardrobe culture, where striped silks and delicately spaced motifs played a central role in fashionable dress. The design has been named after Sophia Giustina Dussek, a Scottish musician of Italian descent, active within the same cultural sphere of late 18th-century European refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:18px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px; flex-wrap:wrap;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 265px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/6d1d8cab1004a9c1854f4c9140a3a6ee.jpg?v=1776319184\" alt=\"Portrait reference for Sophia Giustina Dussek\" width=\"265\" height=\"522\" style=\"max-width:100%; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:240px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eReference Person\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSophia Giustina Dussek\u003c\/strong\u003e (born 1 May 1775 in Edinburgh) was a Scottish singer, pianist, harpist, and composer of Italian descent. She played an important role in the musical life of late 18th-century London and contributed to the introduction of Mozart’s music to English audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eHer name gives this textile a cultural anchor within the same period of elegance, performance, and artistic exchange that shaped late 18th-century European fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media screen and (max-width: 749px) {\n  div[style*=\"display:flex\"] {\n    display: block !important;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion 11 Meters","offer_id":52893688856914,"sku":"48200053","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1782_Sophia_Dussek.png?v=1772996194"},{"product_id":"1770-belle-van-zuylen-silk","title":"1770  Belle van Zuylen SILK","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1770–1780 Chiné Rose Trellis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nInspired by an original late 18th century dress, this elegant textile design reflects the refined floral aesthetics of the Rococo and early Neoclassical periods. Delicate red floral sprigs framed within softly geometric zig-zag trellis forms create a graceful rhythm across the fabric, characteristic of fashionable silk designs used in aristocratic clothing and interiors during the 1770s.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe original inspiration was created in luxurious chiné silk taffeta with fine lace and layered textile details. This reproduction interpretation captures the romantic atmosphere of 18th century French and European court fashion while remaining versatile for modern historical sewing projects, interiors, and creative costume work.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nPerfect for Robe à la Française gowns, petticoats, aprons, stomachers, jackets, bed hangings, cushions, theatrical costumes, and historically inspired interiors. The design works beautifully for 18th century sewing projects, museum-inspired recreations, romantic cottage interiors, and historically influenced contemporary garments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis dress design could also become exceptionally beautiful when recreated in Cotton Voile or Cotton Poplin, offering a lighter and softer interpretation suitable for summer garments, informal historical wear, or elegant modern adaptations inspired by the 1770s.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nDuring the late Rococo period, floral silk textiles with structured repeating layouts became increasingly fashionable among aristocratic and wealthy merchant families throughout Europe. Chiné silks, delicate floral motifs, and softly flowing compositions reflected both refinement and status while also aligning with the growing taste for lighter silhouettes and more natural decorative forms.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe repeating floral arrangement seen here reflects the transition between the ornamental elegance of the Rococo period and the emerging balance and symmetry associated with early Neoclassicism. 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Her refined world of literature, correspondence, music, and aristocratic society reflects the sophisticated atmosphere in which textiles such as this would once have appeared.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media screen and (max-width: 768px) {\n  div[style*=\"display:flex\"]{\n    flex-direction:column;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Suvi Sholberg","offers":[{"title":"Silk Dupion 11 metes","offer_id":52927596298578,"sku":"48200084","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/IKAT_fabric.jpg?v=1778250107"},{"product_id":"1780-dorothea-jordan-modern-dollsize","title":"1780 Dorothea Jordan - Modern DollSize","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1780s Floral Cotton for Doll-Scale Polonaise \u0026amp; Anglaise Gowns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant late 18th-century floral textile is adapted for \u003cstrong\u003edoll-scale projects\u003c\/strong\u003e, based on original \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e designs from the 1780s. The flowing garlands and delicate blossoms are scaled to work in miniature, creating a balanced rhythm across smaller surfaces while preserving the historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette has been adjusted into a harmonious “modern coloured” interpretation, reducing harsher tones while maintaining the visual structure of the original design. The result is a fabric that reads authentically historical even at a reduced scale, making it especially suitable for miniature garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWell suited for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for doll-size \u003cem\u003eRobe à la Polonaise\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRobe à l’Anglaise\u003c\/em\u003e, miniature petticoats, small bodices, and other 18th-century scale garments. Also suitable for detailed miniature interiors where a refined floral expression is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is based on documented late 18th-century textiles preserved in museum collections. This version adapts the original composition into a smaller repeat, allowing the characteristic floral movement and structure to function correctly in doll-scale historical dressmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:20px; align-items:flex-start; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/Mrs_Jordan_from_The_Life_of_Mrs_Jordan_by_JBoaden_1831.jpg?v=1777966439\" alt=\"Dorothea Jordan portrait\" style=\"max-width:250px; height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    This fabric is dedicated to Dorothea Jordan (1761–1816), a renowned comic actress of Irish and Welsh origin. She became one of the most celebrated performers of her time and later the companion of the future King William IV, with whom she had ten children. 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She was one of the most well-known personalities of the Gustavian era and is known in history as one of the \"Three Graces\". 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The original fragment reflects the refined elegance of the late eighteenth century — a period where textile patterns moved toward lighter rhythm, floral balance, and sophisticated repetition suitable for both court and formal dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eThe fabric is especially suitable for creating:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobe à la française\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobe à l’anglaise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobe à la polonaise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal ball gowns and special-occasion dress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetticoats and coordinated historical ensembles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"477\" width=\"477\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/files\/1780_Magdalena_Rudenschold_5.png?v=1772182569\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis design is dedicated to \u003cstrong\u003eMagdalena Charlotta Rudenschöld\u003c\/strong\u003e, Swedish countess, court lady, and painter. 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