Panel, 1876, Prelle; Manufacturer: Gillow & Co., French (Lyons), French (Lyons), active 19th century, 78 x 41 1/2 in. ( x cm), Silk; cut and uncut voided velvet, France, 19th century, Using historical design motifs as inspiration for contemporary expression is an age-old practice. The 19th century designers who created this fabric were inspired by the bold, baroque designs of the 18th century. This particular velvet is made up of a central panel and two border panels. The units, designed to complement each other, were made so they could accommodate a variety of room configurations

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