Burgundy Silk Velvet Fragment with Dark Brown Stripes

Baroque · 1700s · Italian

This silk velvet textile fragment displays seven vertical bands of burgundy velvet separated by narrow dark brown stripes. Each velvet band contains a repeating pattern of small floral or foliate motifs arranged in vertical rows. The velvet pile creates dimensional texture, with the motifs appearing to be cut or voided areas revealing the underlying foundation. The fragment shows characteristic Baroque textile design with its formal geometric organization and rich material quality. The edges appear worn and frayed, indicating age and use. The overall effect demonstrates the sophisticated weaving techniques of 18th-century Italian textile production.