These bedspreads were inspired by the beautiful white needlework for which Marseilles and the surrounding region of Provence in southern France are known. The distinctive style involved creating intricate raised patterns by "stuffing" shapes stitched in between two pieces of cotton. Quilts made like this were expensive, scarce, much-admired imports in the English-speaking world. In the mid-18th century British weavers set to work to reproduce the effect on a loom. Robert Elsden patented his solution in 1763, and is credited with being the inventor of "woven quilting". Different firms developed their own complex layered weaves imitating the textures and patterns of hand sewn Provençal quilting. By the later 19th century, bedspreads like this were widely available at moderate prices. The name morphed, and the bed-covers were also known as Marcella or Matelasse counterpanes. 100% Cotton Hemmed Edge Traditional Marcella Bedspread. Pre-shrunk cotton.Generously sized.

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