Description
Antique French Parasol with Floral Fabric, Flat Japanese Style, Carved Wood Handle, Roses, Early 1900s, Vintage Victorian Sunshade.
Delightful antique French parasol from the early 1900s with a flat design reminiscent of Japanese parasols. It features a floral cotton fabric with roses in shades of pink, raspberry red, saffron yellow, and sage green on a light beige background with a Victorian-era “picottage” effect. The parasol’s handle is intricately carved and engraved wood, with bakelite tips on the spokes.
Measurements:
Length: 22 1/4″ (56.5 cm)
Diameter: 23 1/4″ (59 cm)
Condition:
The parasol is in good condition and opens and closes well. There are some small holes and a tear where the fabric has detached from one of the spoke tips, which is slightly frayed at the edge. This can be easily repaired. All the bakelite tips are present.