Tablecloth before 1905

This "Tablecloth" was created by Johann Backhausen und Söhne, a German textile manufacturer, before 1905. This piece showcases a repeating geometric pattern of circles, squares, and diamond shapes in dark blue against a light green background. The intricate design, likely woven on a Jacquard loom, reflects the Art Nouveau style popular during that era. Now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, the tablecloth is a testament to the fine craftsmanship and artistic ingenuity of the time.