The preserved glaze on this French chintz makes it a uniquely light-reflective textile for its age. To highlight the "shimmer" of the floral garlands and the depth of the dark green ground, we recommend hanging it in a space with a soft wash of light from above; this allows the glazed surface to catch highlights, bringing the picturesque ruins into sharper relief. Its grand horizontal proportions and romantic botanical palette make it an ideal focal point for architectural spaces featuring stone, glass, or dark hardwoods. To ensure the longevity of the 19th-century fibers, the panel should be supported by a sturdy rod system that evenly distributes the weight of the pleats. If used as a decorative wall hanging rather than a functional curtain, it could be "float" mounted against a neutral backdrop to emphasize its impressive 121-inch width, presenting this piece of French history as a sophisticated and scholarly centerpiece.