Brass Cutout 1867 - 1917

natural stone pattern

man-made pattern

bird

geometric pattern

subtle pattern

abstract pattern

organic pattern

intricate pattern

pattern repetition

islamic-art

layered pattern

combined pattern

This brass cutout, designed by Lockwood de Forest between 1867 and 1917, displays an intricate pattern of stylized birds and foliage. De Forest, known for his innovative designs in the Aesthetic Movement, employed the technique of pierced metalwork, a practice inspired by his travels to India and Japan. The cutout's delicate details and rich golden hue exemplify the craftsmanship and decorative sensibilities of the era, showcasing a fusion of Eastern and Western influences.