Ornament Design from Nouvelle Suite de Fleurs Idéale 1790s

This delicate black and white design, titled "Ornament Design from Nouvelle Suite de Fleurs Idéale," was created by renowned French artist Jean Pillement in the 1790s. The intricate detail of the floral motif is typical of Pillement’s work, and it serves as an example of his influential contributions to decorative arts. This design, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, was likely intended for use in textile patterns, wallpapers, or other decorative applications of the period, highlighting the popularity and influence of floral motifs in 18th century design.