Antique Victorian Green Beaded Fringe Trim with Silk Fabric - 15x15\" Remnant For Sale

Antique Victorian Green Beaded Fringe Trim with Silk Fabric - 15x15\" Remnant

Rare antique Victorian-era beaded fringe trim featuring vibrant chartreuse green glass beads and silk fabric backing. This remarkable piece showcases the opulent embellishment work of the late 1800s-early 1900s.

Measurements:

• Approximately 15\" x 15\" overall piece , 60 inches total lenght .
• Fringe length: approximately 3-4 inches
• Decorative gimp/braid trim at attachment edge

Key Features:

• Vibrant chartreuse/lime green glass seed beads in excellent color retention
• Long beaded fringe strands with multiple beads per strand creating luxurious drape
• Ornate gold/tan gimp braid trim with scroll and loop pattern at the top edge
• Sage green silk or cotton backing fabric (showing age and fragility)
• Hand-strung beadwork typical of Victorian craftsmanship
• Dimensional texture - fringe adds movement and visual interest

Condition:Antique/as-is condition. The backing fabric shows significant deterioration, fragility, and losses consistent with age (visible tears and degradation). The beaded fringe and gimp trim remain largely intact with beautiful color. This is a salvage/study piece perfect for repurposing or display.

Perfect for:

• Antique textile and beadwork collectors
• Salvaging beaded fringe for restoration projects
• Lampshade embellishment (classic Victorian application)
• Period costume and theatrical productions
• Study piece for historical beadwork techniques
• Repurposing beads for jewelry or craft projects
• Display as textile art or in shadow box
• Museum or educational collections

Era: Late Victorian, circa 1880s-1910s

Materials: Glass seed beads, gimp braid trim, silk/cotton fabric backing

A wonderful example of Victorian decorative arts and beadwork that captures the lavish aesthetic of the period. Despite fabric condition issues, the stunning green beadwork remains vibrant and salvageable.