Set of 18th century cotton toile du jouy bed hangings or drapery valances, backed in muslin and cotton, 7 variously sized pieces of purple toile patterned with children playing as soldiers, and 1 piece (74" x 21") in a mulberry colored pattern with Venus and cupid motif, 8 pieces total. Purple pattern includes two 72" x 14" valances, two 75" x 18" valances (one with patch to front using same fabric, one with tear and repair to front); two 47" x 15" valances, and one 50" x 18" (with small stain to front). Provenance: Nashville, Tennessee collection, purchased in Virginia. Condition: All in good condition with small light stains to back or edges, some minor fraying at edges, and scattered patches to backing material, unless noted within the description.