D. Porthault
Subtitle: the art of luxury linens
By: Brian D. Coleman ; photographs by Erik Kvalsvik
Contributors: Kvalsvik, Erik, photographer
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9781423644507
Subjects: Patterns; Household linens; Embroidery; Textile fabrics in interior decoration; D. Porthault (Firm); Pictorial works; History
Description: Take a peek inside private upper class homes that reveal why D. Porthault has been the favored French luxury brand for linens and other fabrics for nearly one hundred years.Tour traditional and old-world styles as well as contemporary upmarket decor for younger families. Cheery bedrooms--many with canopy beds and playful wallpaper--flaunt sheets, coverlets, pillows, and shams in gorgeous printed florals. Sweetly decorated nurseries favor blue, pink, and yellow prints. Terry towels show off Porthault's signature scalloped and bound edges. Tables set with cloths, placemats, and napkins feature hand-embroidered, custom designs inspired by nature. Rounding out the Porthault story are some very practical, detailed instructions on washing, drying, pressing, and storing fine linens along with tips for removing stains from natural fabrics.
Table of contents: title: The story; title: Dining rooms; title: Outdoor living; title: Bedrooms; title: Bathrooms; title: Nurseries and children's rooms.