Silk Velvet with Gold in Pomegranate Pattern

Cleveland Museum of Art

Silk velvet fabric with gold thread in a pomegranate pattern by artist unknown. The fabric is rectangular with a wavy top edge and straight bottom edge. The dominant colors are gold and red. The pattern features pomegranates with leaves and stems. The pomegranates are stylized and symmetrical. The gold thread forms the background and details of the design. The red is used for the pomegranates and leaves. The fabric has a textured, velvety appearance. The background behind the fabric is dark gray. The fabric appears to be mounted or framed.