{"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":488.58,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/2656\/9218\/products\/1742DorothyBoyle6.jpg?v=1706094465","url":"https:\/\/summersunstories.com\/products\/1742-dorothy-boyle-silk","provider":"summersunstories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}