Galloon
Unknown Artist
19th century
Dimensions
L. 7 3/4 x W. 1 inches 19.7 x 2.5 cm
Classification
Textiles-Trimmings
Culture
French
Department
European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of The United Piece Dye Works, 1936
Accession Number
36.90.1564
Art Historical Context
Nestled in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's European Sculpture and Decorative collection, *Galloon* is a 19th-century French trimming, measuring just 7¾ x 1 inches (19.7 x 2.5 cm). Created by an artist, this narrow braid exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of French decorative textiles, often used to embellish garments, upholstery, or ecclesiastical vestments. Galloons like this one were prized for their intricate weaving, adding texture and elegance to everyday luxury. In 19th-century France, the opulent eras of the Empire and Restoration, such trimmings reflected the nation's dominance ...