Fringe

Art Historical Context

Step into the opulent world of 19-century European decorative arts with *Fringe*, a delicate silk trimming that exemplifies the era's passion for lavish embellishment. Measuring just 2¼ x 12 inches (5.7 x 30.5 cm), this slender piece from an unknown artist was crafted as a textile trimming—likely used to adorn garments, upholstery, or curtains. Acquired through the Rogers Fund in 1908 now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art Department of European Sculpture and Decor Arts, it highlights the museum's commitment to preserving everyday luxuries of the past. Silk, prized for its luster and du...