Textile Design with Rosettes with Pearls as Pistils Grouped Together to Form Stylized Flowers over an Abstract Honeycomb Pattern in the Background 1840

This 1840 textile design by an anonymous artist features a repeating pattern of stylized flowers on a burgundy background. The flowers are composed of rosettes with pearl-like pistils and are arranged in groups of three to form a larger stylized bloom. An abstract honeycomb pattern is incorporated into the background, adding a sense of depth and texture. This design, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the intricate and elegant textile patterns popular in the 19th century.