The History of Drapery
Posted by Neil Gordon on Fri, Feb 26, 2010 @ 04:00 PM
As a student of Drapery I am fascinated by its history. Whenever I travel to historical destinations I always take special notice of the window coverings. These photos tell a story of the use of textiles starting in castles and grand homes and making its way to the everyman's home beginning in the 1960's. Let's take a look...
Inspiration came from Military Camps, in this mid 15th century striped tented bed canopy.
William III 's recently restored tull and narrow bed at Hampton court, London. The King bought the bed secondhand from a nearby house.
A country house near Philly built in 1762. Furniture: Chippendale style.
Red and Green were fashionable in the 2nd half of the 19th century.
This treatment is distinctly Neoclassical.
Regency Style furniture
Upholstered window seat and great pillows. A distinct 17th century feel.
William Kent was one of the most influential figures in England in the 18th century, designing sumptuous interiors for Palladian revival houses. His famous bed at Houghton Hall, Norfolk.
William Kent's house in London, Palladian style
An original daybed
Great silk shades at London's recently restored Hampton Court
A great interior wall/room divider drapery treatment
Large pattern on sofa and shades with solid short curtains
A fun floating valance opens onto pool deck.
Interior drapery panels seperating wall mirrors
Very 60's bold pattern with lime green sheers.
Cafe Curtains were the rage in the 60's
Double Cafe Curtains
Triple Cafe Curtains!
Bamboo Beaded Curtains
Watch out Austin Powers!