Carpet design 1898

This 1898 design by Otto Eckmann features a central tree motif with a symmetrical branching pattern. The artist, known for his Art Nouveau style, uses a simplified, almost abstract approach to depict the natural world. The design is framed by a series of borders, with the innermost featuring a stylized star motif, and the outermost a repeating pattern of plant-like forms. This work reflects the stylistic characteristics of the Art Nouveau movement, which was marked by its organic, flowing lines and its emphasis on the natural world.