Inspired by Jean Tijou’s 1689 flamboyant style of ironwork for the interiors and gardens at Hampton Court Palace. This design particularly echoes the grandeur of the Queen’s Staircase, blending baroque elegance of King William III and Queen Mary II’s court with timeless craftsmanship. For those who appreciate heritage and luxury, this statement bed set has been translated onto a beautiful, soft blue 250 thread count cotton sateen, paired with a reversible Fleur de Lis pattern and completed with a mock oxford finish. Available in sizes: single set, double set, king set and Super king set. Set includes duvet cover and 2 pillowcases (Includes 1 pillowcase with single set). Pillowcases available to purchase separatly include two in a set. Inspiration: This magnificent Mantua takes its name from a style of court gown, originally inspired by fashions associated with Italy and Spitalfields in London, where these beautiful garments were made. Emerging in the late 1600s, the Mantua became a powerful symbol of wealth and status. Measuring an impressive 210cm in width, the dramatic scale allowed the wearer to display the quantity and quality of the luxurious fabric they could afford. When making an entrance at court, a woman wearing a Mantua, would have to enter sideways as the width of her skirt would have been too wide for most doorways. She would then turn to face her audience, opening like a fan to dramatic effect. The white brocaded ground of the fabric is characteristic of English woven silk and represents the best in Spitalfields weaving, which was renowned for its exceptional skill and craftsmanship.