Textile Design with Basketweave Pattern Background, Small Rosettes Flanked by Two Leaves and Pearls 1840

This 1840 textile design, created by an anonymous artist, features a repeating pattern of small rosettes flanked by two leaves and pearls, all set against a background of a basketweave pattern. The design, executed in red and black with white accents, likely represents a pattern for printed textiles, popular in the 19th century. It's a small but intricate example of the intricate designs that were used to embellish fabrics during this period, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of the time. This design is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.