Gilded Window Valances
Set of two 19th Century French gold leaf curtain pelmets or valances, versatile enough to double as bed coronas or canopies.
Traditionally used as cornices, or what is now known as a "French return rod," these valances were affixed to the wall above windows. Curtains or specialty fabric would then be attached to the valance, draping a few inches in front of the glass.
In the mid-1700s, window coverings were a luxury reserved for the nobility and upper class. However, as the 19th century unfolded and the middle class grew in both number and influence, window dressings became more popular. This pair of finely-carved walnut valances, a testament to that era, retains its functionality and can still be used as intended. Alternatively, you can elevate your bedroom by hanging these above a bed against a wall, creating a regal and stylish alternative to a traditional bed corona.
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GENERAL CONDITION
Please keep in mind that in many cases we sell vintage and antique pieces. None of these pieces should be considered new or in perfect condition.
All of our vintage products show the rich beauty and history of their life with the knocks and bumps of many years of use. We restore our pieces so they will be clean and in a good working condition. However we try to minimise restoration to keep every piece as original as possible.
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