Clam Shells & Starfish Vintage French 16pc Placemat Set for 8

Rare and oh-so fabulous.

Clam shells, starfish and lengths of seaweed, all hand embroidered in the exquisite French beauvais stitch. Amazing handwork on very fine linen – gorgeous textures and intricate detail. No labels, but assuredly vintage D Porthault. 

Excellent condition, gently used. Hand laundered, clean and bright.

Setting for 8;
8 placemats, 13 x 17 inches,

8 napkins, 15.5 x 16 inches. Half the napkins feature shells, the other half starfish.