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Rectangular fragment: Les Losanges

French (Jouy)
1800
Object Place: Juoy, France

Medium/Technique Cotton; copper-plate printed
Dimensions Overall: 63.2 x 58.1 cm (24 7/8 x 22 7/8 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Edward C. Streeter
Accession Number59.1040
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionFragment, made up of two pieces, of "Medaillons et Cartouches à l'Antique." Copperplate print in mauve on natural cotton ground. Short repeat shows figures and medallions in classical style. In one round medallion, Eros astride a bull. A swag of grape vines connects the medallions. Worn and stained.