Fragment

Art Historical Context

This delicate embroidered fragment, created by an unknown German artist in the 19th, exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of European textile arts. Measuring 9¼ by 33¼ inches (23.5 x 84.5 cm), it is woven from silk and wool, materials prized for their luster and durability. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's of European Sculpture and Decor Arts—acquired through the Rogers Fund in 9—this piece survives as a testament to the era's intricate handiwork. The embroidery features repeating motifs of flowers and leaves, rendered with precise stitching that highlights the natural world's be...