Trim c. 20th century

This “Trim” was made by the Sisters of the Order of St. Benedict, and it has a certain geometric, patterned energy. I can imagine the sisters making this. It's such a painstaking, iterative process, and you can see that in the meticulous detail. There’s something so beautiful about the repeated motif. It reminds me of Hilma af Klint’s work, where you get the sense of a hidden visual language, one that's almost meditative in its making. The colors are earthy - that reddish-brown alongside the gold - creating a sense of warmth and richness. I find myself getting lost in the precision. It’s almost architectural, like a blueprint for some sacred space. You can see how they worked together. The piece becomes a testament to the power of collective creativity, each contributing to a larger vision. It's like they were not just making art, but also weaving a shared sense of purpose and meaning.