Upholstery panel 1700 - 1715

This ornate “Upholstery panel” by Daniel Marot the Elder from the early 18th century, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a fine example of Rococo design. The panel features intricate floral and scrollwork that surrounds a central scene with mermaids and other mythological figures. This delicate, yet detailed design would have originally adorned the walls of a grand estate, adding a touch of elegance and grandeur to the interior.