Vintage French Ticking Fabric – Ecru & Taupe Stripe, 1920s–40s Mattress Cloth










Vintage French Ticking Fabric – Ecru & Taupe Stripe, 1920s–40s Mattress Cloth
Authentic vintage French ticking stripe fabric in soft ecru and taupe, dating from the 1920s–40s. Woven in durable cotton with a classic mattress stripe bayadère design, this piece is ideal for upholstery, cushion covers, slow stitching projects, or vintage-inspired interiors. Its gently timeworn patina adds character while retaining the sturdy hand and tight weave that made antique ticking fabric a household staple for generations.
You’ll still find original threads along the edge, where the fabric was once stitched directly to the mattress — a tactile trace of its domestic history. The cloth has a medium to heavy weight and is softened from use. Expect natural irregularities: worn sections, age spots, seams, and raw edges that only add to its patina.
Perfect for French country interiors, textile repair, rustic upholstery, patchwork or styling, this cloth offers both beauty and provenance, a true workhorse with soul.
Dimensions: approx. 92 cm x 108 cm
Condition: vintage, with stitched seams, exposed threads, worn patches and authentic wear
Origin: France
Colour: taupe and ecru
Era: 1920s–1940s
Weight: medium-heavy