Two albums of silk fabric samples for fashion, Lyon; one entitled ‘Collection Claude (Frères)’, 1901, mainly patterned silks including tartan, Peking, lampas, black gauze, velvet, plain fabrics and warp-printed patterns. Various floral, cachemire, geometric and abstract designs. Approximately 1,600 samples (some missing; binding damaged but restored), 4.5 x 8 cm to 15 x 27 cm.