Border

Art Historical Context

This exquisite silk border, woven in France during the early th century, exemplifies the textile artistry of the Napoleonic era and Bourbon Restoration. Measuring 23 by 11 inches, it belongs to a tradition of decorative woven strips used to embellish garments, furnishings, or upholstery, showcasing the technical mastery of French looms. As a product of Europe's leading silk-producing nation, it reflects the era's emphasis on luxury fabrics, with Lyon weavers renowned for their intricate Jacquard-like patterns—though this predates the mechanized loom's full adoption. In the Metropolitan Museum...