Garrick and Shakespeare with Tragedy and Comedy (Furnishing Fabric) c. 1790
robertedgepine
theartinstituteofchicago
print, weaving, textile
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natural stone pattern
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naturalistic pattern
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pen sketch
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weaving
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textile
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text
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england
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pen-ink sketch
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intricate pattern
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pen work
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natural texture
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doodle art
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organic texture
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intricate and detailed
This furnishing fabric, designed by Robert Edge Pine around 1790, features a complex and ornate composition. It includes figures representing both Tragedy and Comedy, along with the famous English actor David Garrick and William Shakespeare. These figures are surrounded by elaborate floral motifs and putti, creating a visual tapestry of theatrical and artistic themes. The fabric's intricate design and detailed imagery likely made it a sought-after piece for interior decoration during the late 18th century. This is an example of textile design that celebrated English culture and theatrical tradition.
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