Sheet with abstract and stripe pattern 1800 - 1900

This anonymous 19th century "Sheet with abstract and stripe pattern" is a small-scale yet striking example of repetitive pattern design. The artwork, currently in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features stylized floral motifs in black and brown, interspersed with thin vertical black lines against a light brown background. The consistent, almost hypnotic rhythm created by the repeating pattern is a characteristic feature of decorative arts, demonstrating the importance of visual harmony in design.