Servet van linnendamast met dessin "Meidoorn" c. 1900 - 1925

This linen damask tablecloth, designed by Dutch artist Chris Lebeau around the early 20th century, features a repeating motif of stylized hawthorn branches, known in Dutch as "Meidoorn", woven into the fabric. The design is a prime example of the Arts and Crafts movement, emphasizing craftsmanship and natural forms. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Lebeau's interest in textiles as an artistic medium, contributing to the broader movement's appreciation for decorative arts.