Velvet Fragment

Cleveland Museum of Art

Red and gold velvet fabric with a repeating pattern. The fabric is rectangular and frayed at the edges. A thin green and white striped border is on the short ends. The background of the fabric is gold. The pattern consists of red curved lines and shapes, some with yellow centers, resembling leaves or flowers. The shapes are symmetrical and appear to be mirrored on either side of the center. The center of the fabric features a more intricate design with curved lines and shapes. The fabric, titled "Velvet Fragment," appears to be a piece of velvet with a raised pile.