This charming cotton panel, originating from France during the late 19th century, is a fine example of monochromatic copperplate or roller printing. Measuring 28 inches by 10 inches (71 cm x 25 cm), the textile features a pastoral scene rendered in crisp black dye on a cream cotton ground. The panel appears to have been cut from a larger bolt of fabric, a common practice for salvaging specific narrative vignettes for display or smaller upholstery projects.

The imagery captures a lively group of French peasants engaged in a game of ball (resembling early lawn bowls or boules) in a rural setting. The scene is populated by figures in period dress, including men bowling and others observing from a rustic wooden bench. The background is richly detailed with a traditional French stone farmhouse, mature trees, and overgrown ruins, all framed by lush, leafy foliage that lends the piece a sense of depth and bucolic tranquility. The textile remains in excellent condition, with the intricate engraved lines of the printing still sharp and clear.

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