Sheet with gray and black abstract pattern 1800 - 1900

This anonymous 19th-century abstract pattern, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases a repetitive motif of stylized leaves and rope-like chains in black and gray on a white background. The use of simple, repetitive patterns is common in textiles and decorative arts of the time. The piece’s delicate lines and subtle color variations create a sense of rhythm and visual interest, highlighting the beauty of intricate design and the enduring appeal of abstract patterns.