{"product_id":"early-to-mid-20th-century-large-provencal-boxwood-beaded-door-curtain-803-4-x-491-4","title":"Early to Mid 20th Century Large Provençal Boxwood Beaded Door Curtain - 80¾\" x 49¼\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA striking hand made Provençal beaded door curtain in boxwood, early to mid 20th century. It hangs in long vertical strands of hand-turned, torpedo-shaped beads in warm chestnut tones, each strung on its own metal wire from a wooden headrail. Subtle Bakelite accents at the top and bottom add a soft contrast. Of rather large dimensions, it could suit a double doorway. It features two metal loops on the top bar for hanging, and should be securely fixed to a ceiling or lintel as it is rather heavy. Condition is gently timeworn, with minor wear to the beads and light oxidation to the wires and Bakelite, forming an even patina.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBeaded door curtains were a familiar sight in Mediterranean homes, allowing air to circulate while softening light and discouraging insects. Boxwood, prized in Provence for its density and fine grain, turns crisply and takes a rich polish, making it ideal for hardwearing beads. Each strand is hand assembled on metal pins, a practical, workshop-made construction that has endured with quiet elegance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis curtain brings movement, texture, and a soft, rhythmic sound that calls to mind warm summer days. Hang it in a kitchen-to-garden threshold, a pantry entrance, or a breezeway for a relaxed Mediterranean feel, or mount it on a wall as a sculptural panel. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 80¾\" high x 49¼\" wide \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 205cm high x 125cm wide\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53186744910162,"sku":"24341","price":2625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC00773-Modifier.jpg?v=1776087652","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/early-to-mid-20th-century-large-provencal-boxwood-beaded-door-curtain-803-4-x-491-4","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}