Panel c. 1750

panel, silk, textile

natural stone pattern

naturalistic pattern

panel

silk

textile

pattern making

pattern background

pattern design

organic pattern

france

pattern repetition

textile design

imprinted textile

layered pattern

This 18th-century silk panel, likely created for a piece of furniture or clothing, is a fine example of the Rococo style. The woven design features delicate floral motifs and flowing lines, characteristic of the era, on a pale pink background. The use of silver and gold threads creates a subtle shimmer, adding an element of luxury to the piece. The panel, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, demonstrates the intricate artistry of textile production during the Rococo period.

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minneapolisinstituteofart about 1 year ago

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In the late eighteenth century, woven textile designs shifted from the large, elaborate patterns of the Rococo style to the more restrained taste of the Neo-Classical style. Sprays of small flowers accompany thin bands of rocaille (shell encrusted or pebbly) motifs, woven with gold and silver, as well as multi-colored threads. This panel may have been part of a furniture fabric for a matched set of chairs and sofas used in an elegant French reception room.