Sheet with overall blue and red diamond pattern 1800 - 1900

This anonymous, 19th-century, patterned sheet, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases a repeating design of blue and red diamonds. The simple yet striking pattern evokes a sense of order and repetition, characteristic of the time period's aesthetic. The faded colors and subtle texture of the paper contribute to the work's antique charm, making it a captivating example of 19th-century decorative arts.