The original drawing for this design (dated 1863) is still in existence, and it was first printed on linen. Bordered on both sides with closely printed columns of Roses and Lilac, small bunches of the same flowers are scattered across the central panel with trailing leaves in the background. Now printed on both Chintz and fine Irish linen. (Border 27cm either side, Main 80cm)
LILAC & ROSE
Width 137cm
Repeat 64cm
Rubs 18,000-20,000