Antique French Beaded Door Curtain in Natural Boxwood 31½" x 82¾"

A finely constructed French beaded door curtain from the early twentieth century, composed of tightly strung boxwood beads in their natural finish. Each bead is smooth to the touch, with delicate tonal variation that speaks to the material’s age and quality. It makes a lovely sound as you part the strands to walk through. The strands fall in uniform rhythm, creating a subtle architectural presence within a threshold.

This utilitarian yet elegant form was a fixture in French provincial life, used to encourage air circulation while preventing the intrusion of insects during warmer months. Its gentle movement and soft sound evoke the atmosphere of a shaded summer interior. Suspended from its original wooden rail with iron loops for hanging, this example retains its integrity and displays a quiet patina from decades of seasonal use. Ideal for an interior doorway, garden passage or covered veranda, it brings both function and understated character to the space.