Embroidered Panel

Cleveland Museum of Art

The embroidered panel by an unknown artist features a rectangular shape with a deep red velvet background. The panel has a central floral design in shades of orange, blue, and gold, surrounded by a symmetrical pattern of gold vines and leaves. The central design element is a stylized flower with curved petals. The border of the panel consists of a repeating pattern of flowers and leaves in shades of green, orange, and gold on a gold thread base. The entire design is outlined with a thin gold border. The edges of the panel are rough and frayed. The panel is set against a solid black background.