Band 16th-17th century

This delicate band of woven threads features patterns rich with symbolic history. The diamond motif—a symbol for the womb or fertility, and the connection between heaven and earth—appears repeatedly, echoing ancient designs found in Paleolithic art. Consider the lozenge patterns in Neolithic pottery, or the diamond shapes that adorn Bronze Age textiles. This form transcends time and place, reappearing in diverse cultural contexts, from indigenous weavings to heraldic crests. Its continued use underscores a deep-seated human fascination with symmetry and order. We see here the echoing of natural forms, the lattice structures that are innately pleasing, connecting us to the primordial origins of pattern making. The band's craftsmanship evokes feelings of fragility, and perhaps, a touch of nostalgia for the artisanal traditions of the past. The symbolic diamond thus persists, a potent reminder of our shared cultural memory, evolving through time, ever intertwined with the human experience.