Mise-en-carte (Point-paper) 1760 - 1790

This “mise-en-carte” or “point-paper” is a design for a textile pattern created by the artist Royannet in the late 18th century. The design features a grid of small squares that are filled with a variety of floral motifs, including flowers, leaves, and vines. The artist used vibrant colors like turquoise, orange, pink and brown to create a bold and eye-catching design. This design could be used for wallpaper, upholstery, or even clothing. The “point-paper” was used as a guide for artisans in the process of making the textile. The artwork is now part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.