Textile Design with Alternating Quatrefoils Bordered with Pearls and Framed by Interlacing Ribbons 1840

This textile design from 1840 features a repeating pattern of quatrefoils, or four-leaf clover shapes. The quatrefoils are bordered with pearls and framed by interlacing ribbons, creating a symmetrical and harmonious composition. The design's intricate details and vibrant colors suggest it might have been intended for a luxurious fabric. The artwork, held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of the 19th century.