Sunday, September 18, 2011
Pillar Print Repro Fabric
A while ago I posted a pair of antique pillowcases that had a pillar print back. I made special note of the squirrel because I found it amusing. At the time, Kathie said she thought there was a reproduction of it. Well, a little sleuth work by fellow blogger Susie found a supply of this fabric at www.fabricshack.com. The collection is called Winterthur Toile from Andover. I bought a yard of the reproduction to compare to the original. It is a very close match, although not identical. There are two different column types. In the original the column capitols match up across the width. In the reproduction, the column capitols are offset with respect to each other. Also, in the original, the engraving lines are more detailed and rich.
Repro on the left, original on the right.
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That is quite fascinating, thanks for the detailed look.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting! I'm sure I'd not know the difference! ---"Love"
ReplyDeleteVery interesting on the small differences on two pieces that appear to be the same until your closer look.
ReplyDeleteInteresting comparison. I wonder if the designer considered the small differences to the reproduction important in order for fabric historians to more easily differentiate the original from reproduction in the future?
ReplyDeletelove the comparisons...ah yes isn't it a beautiful fabric?
ReplyDeleteKathie
I think restorers reproduce items a little bit "off" so they are not confused with the originals. I hear tell that do that with paintings, too, so future experts can tell where repairs were made. Nevertheless, that fabric is gorgeous (I prefer the blue). What are you going to do with it?
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