French Jacquard tea towel by Tissage Moutet "Shepherd"

"Shepherd" motif features a pensive dog watching sheep shaped clouds floating by woven into a French jacquard tea towel from Southwestern France. Made of 100% cotton and designed by artist Perry Taylor, it measures 20" wide x 28" tall (50 cm x 70 cm) and is sky blue and green. Since 1919, Tissage Moutet has operated their weaving studio which is now headed by the fifth generation, Benjamin Moutet. 

The Basque fabric tradition dates back to the Middle Ages when Basque farmers began weaving sun-protecting capes called Saial to protect their cows. This high-quality fabric will not shrink and yarn-dyed colors remain vibrant after years of use. Machine wash and dry.