Mid 20th Century French Beaded Door Curtain in Natural Boxwood 29½" x 88¼"

A quietly elegant French beaded door curtain dating to the mid 20th century, composed of finely turned boxwood beads in their natural finish. Each bead has been individually strung to create a soft, rhythmic movement, offering both visual charm and practical function. Traditionally used in country homes to maintain airflow while preventing insects from entering, these curtains are a hallmark of vernacular French domestic design. It makes a lovely sound as you part the strands to walk through.

This example, with its warm, honeyed tones and unembellished composition, reflects a purity of form and material that is increasingly rare. Suspended from a simple wooden rail, the piece retains its original hanging hardware and bears the gentle patina of age and honest use. Perfect for a summer kitchen, a shaded veranda, or as a decorative room divider with a distinctly provincial character.