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9716
– Duquette is a Signature Exclusive Newport Mansions Doris Duke
multipurpose silk embroidery design. Duquette was inspired by a Chinese
silk satin embroidered wall hanging which originally belonged to Doris
Duke’s mother Nanoline; then later carefully installed as a bed canopy
in Miss Duke’s bedroom. Duquette is an exquisite and elegant rendition
holding true to the original document with careful attention to every
subtle detail. Duquette is embroidered on a 100% silk satin ground which
allows for a sumptuous, alluring, yet quiet elegance. Duquette is offered
in two colorways and is shown in Seville.
9725 – Valencia
is a Signature Exclusive Newport Mansions Doris Duke multipurpose
silk velvet design. Valencia was inspired by an 18th
century hand-painted silk wall-covering found in Doris Duke’s Music Room
at Rough Point. Valencia is woven with a 100% silk face on a wire loom
incorporating both a cut velvet texture and, in certain areas, left uncut
for an interesting epingle that complements the velvet. Both textures are
offset by the Egyptian mercerized cotton satin ground, which is a smooth,
sleek contrast to the luxurious two textures. Valencia is constructed by
the use of the very best silk weaving looms and silk velvet yarns. This
three color fabric is achieved by weaving on triple beams which is a very
costly and time consuming technique. Valencia is offered in five colorways
and is shown in Seville.
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