A 19th century toile representing the Aesop fable "The Crane and the Wolf."  A bit of the story mentioned below. 
 
The fabric is a medium weight linen and used to be a part of a bed cover.  Originally a crimson red in color which has now faded evenly to a light pink and off white in color. 
 
A feeding wolf got a small bone stuck in his throat and, in terrible pain, begged the other animals for help, promising a reward. At last the Crane agreed to try and, putting its long bill down the Wolf's throat, loosened the bone and took it out. But when the Crane asked for his reward, the Wolf replied, "You have put your head inside a wolf’s mouth and taken it out again in safety; that ought to be reward enough for you." 
 
Measurements
 
Odd shape
 
60 cm from top center to bottom center x 88 cm across the bottom edge. 
 
Condition
 
Overall in good condition.  The things to note: There is a small seam along the left hand side and seam along the bottom. Bottom left hand corner of the large piece has some thinning to the threads.  There is a hole at the top left hand corner. The bottom panel has a couple of small holes and some old darned repairs. 
 
Fabric has been cleaned and pressed for delivery. The fabric can be washed in hot water and the colors due not bleed. 
 
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