BK-1975-240
1800 - 1900
Medium
wool
Dimensions
195; 132
About this artwork
height 195 cm x width 132 cm
Art Historical Context
Welcome to our textile collection, where we spotlight *BK-1975-240*, an anonymous wool artwork from the 19th (circa 1800–1900). Measuring an impressive 195 cm in height by 132 cm in width this substantial piece stands tall like a dramatic wall hanging or ceremonial banner, inviting viewers to appreciate its scale and tactile presence. Crafted entirely from wool—a durable, versatile fiber prized for its warmth and colorfastness—this work exemplifies the era's reliance on natural materials for both utilitarian and decorative purposes. In the 1800s, wool textiles were central to daily life and c...
About the Artist
anonymous
In the vast tapestry of art history, "Anonymous" stands not as a singular individual but as a collective designation for countless unidentified creators whose works have endured across millennia. These artists, spanning prehistoric cave painters to medieval illuminators and folk craftsmen, produced the foundational layers of human visual culture. Prior to the Renaissance, when individual fame emer...