Piece

Art Historical Context

This exquisite silk textile fragment, woven in France around 1745, captures the lavish spirit of the Rococo era, a time when opulent decorative arts flourished under Louis XV. Titled simply *Piece*, it measures 58 by 22 inches and features intricate motifs of flowers and leaves, rendered with the finesse typical of French silk weaving. Produced during the height of Lyon's renowned silk industry—though the artist remains unknown—this woven panel exemplifies the technical mastery of jacquard-like looms, which allowed for complex, vibrant patterns in luxurious silk threads. In the 18th century, ...