Antique & Vintage Small Tablecloths
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Here you will see tablecloths, approximately 32" to 60", suitable for a small tea or accent table. You may wish to view:
Larger Tablecloths (approximately 60" or more)
Table Toppers (very small decorative tablecloths)
Most Of Our Tablecloths Are Vintage, Antique Or Handmade
Larger Tablecloths (approximately 60" or more)
Table Toppers (very small decorative tablecloths)
Most Of Our Tablecloths Are Vintage, Antique Or Handmade
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Vintage 52" Tablecloth Handmade Figural Lace Cornucopias $39.95 
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Antique 41" Square Linen Tablecloth Handmade Lace & Embroidery $85.00
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Vintage 42" Tablecloth Blue Linen Handmade Applique & Embroidery $35.00
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Vintage 54" Tablecloth Irish Linen Double Damask Castles, Wolfhound, Shamrocks $65.00
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Vintage 50" Tablecloth & 8 Napkins Hand Embroidered Blue Herons $75.00
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Beautiful Round Tablecloth White Linen Madeira Embroidery $45.00
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Vintage 52" Tablecloth Figural Damask Grecian Scenes $39.95
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Vintage 70" -- Round Tablecloth Sheer Yellow Organdy Handmade White Applique & Embroidery $45.00
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62" Antique Round Tablecloth White Linen Handmade Cluny Lace & Whitework Handmade Figural Lace Dogs $85.00
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54" Vintage Handmade Tablecloth Blue Lace & Embroidery $45.00
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White Linen Tea Tablecloth Handmade Lace $65.00
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1950s 48" Tablecloth State Map of Alaska $69.95
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41" Diameter Tablecloth Handmade Battenberg Lace $65.00 
Vintage 63" Tablecloth & 4 Napkins Pink Figural Damask $89.95
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Vintage 42" Tablecloth & 6 Napkins White Organdy Applique Blue Hand Embroidery $85.00
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Larger Tablecloths (approximately 60" or more)
Table Toppers (very small decorative tablecloths)
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Years ago, furniture was made to last a lifetime, or more. Unfortunately, fine finishes were not; they spotted and discolored easily. A harmless glass of water, unprotected, could cause that disasterous, irremoveable Three meals a day provide ample opportunity for spills and messes, particularly for a growing family. Napkins across the lap not only protected clothing and wiped faces, but were readily available for quick clean-ups.
As the woman of the house added her individual touches of lace and embroidery to her table linens, they became decorative as well as practical. Hours of skilled needlework would transform a plain tablecloth or set of napkins into a work of art, frequently one-of-a-kind.
In today's world of sturdy polyurethane, table linens are chosen for their decorative appeal. We appreciate the time and workmanship that went into an antique, handmade piece. Originally, the custom of providing monogrammed napkins was probably for identification. Monogrammed napkins have become classic.
Passed from generation to generation, monogrammed linens are now valued for their workmanship and artistry. It's nice to find at least your own last initial, but many people today choose more for the look than the letter. Embroidery evolved into an art form, with elaborate monograms, crests and curly-ques. Society silk tablecloths, toppers and doilies, as ever, are displayed as the best of the best.
Many of our vintage table linens come from Connecticut estates. We always look for handmade pieces; our special favorites include figural lace and society silk embroidery. Old or new, each has been chosen for that certain something that makes it special, usually handwork of some kind. Enjoy browsing through our table linens section. Whether you choose antique, vintage or handmade linens, that certain something will add charm to dining area.
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