Sheet with overall crisscross pattern 1800 - 1900

This anonymous artwork from the late 18th to early 19th century features a simple yet captivating design of red and black crisscrossed lines on a cream-colored sheet. The repetitive pattern creates a sense of rhythm and order, reminiscent of early abstract art. It is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and is a fascinating example of the artistic exploration of geometric forms during this period.