Textile Design with Vertical Strips of Pearls Framed by Ornamental Scrolling Motifs over a Striped Background with Dots 1840

This anonymous textile design from 1840 features vertical strips of pearls framed by ornamental scrolling motifs over a striped background with dots. The design utilizes a combination of bold red and gold hues, creating a luxurious and intricate visual pattern. The artist skillfully blends decorative elements to create a repeating pattern suitable for textiles, wallpaper, or other decorative applications. The design exemplifies the intricate patterns and embellishments popular during the early 19th century. The piece is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.