Galloon

Art Historical Context

Step into the opulent world of 18th-century France with *Galloon*, a exquisite example of mid-18th-century textile from the Metropolitan Museum of's European Sculpture and Decorative Arts. This slender trimming, measuring just 11 1/8 x 1/2 inches (28.3 x 1.3 cm), is crafted entirely from shimmering metal thread, creating a delicate braid-like strip that would have adorned the finest garments, upholstery, or ecclesiastical vestments. Acquired through the Rogers Fund in 8, it exemplifies the anonymous yet masterful craftsmanship of French workshops during the lavish Rococo era. Galloon, as a cl...