Vintage European Striped Linen & Flax Mattress Cover Unused

A rare find in unused condition, this Vintage European Striped Linen & Flax Mattress Cover brings old-world craftsmanship and understated European elegance to your home. A beautiful example of a utilitarian textile elevated by timeless design, this vintage mattress cover is handwoven from a sturdy blend of linen and flax, and a little cotton, too. Featuring classic woven stripes in a lovely warm natural flax and cream, the cover embodies the rustic charm and durability of traditional French Country bedding. Bought in France, never used, its crisp texture and substantial weight make it ideal not only as a collector’s textile but also as a versatile styling piece for your home.

Made in the 1940's, these mattress covers were traditionally part of a bride’s trousseau in France and  Europe, prized for their longevity and natural beauty. Made with an opening in the back closed with ties, they were meant to be stuffed with straw{!!} for the mattress. The combination of linen and flax fibers ensures both strength and breathability—qualities that made them staples of daily life and now make them highly collectible. Unwashed, this will get softer and softer the more you launder it. One area of a looser weave as shown. Layer it over a bed, fold it at the foot as a throw, or repurpose it into pillows, upholstery, or curtains for a touch of authentic French Country character. 

• Measures 42 x 67" {that's on 1 side, if you take this apart you will have 2x that}