Welcome to a captivating journey through time, where we will explore significant and captivating periods of artistic and cultural transformations from the 17th to the 20th century. This retrospective allows us to delve into many facets of history, including Classicism, Baroque, Rococo, Art Nouveau, and Biedermeier. Brocades Through Time will guide us through a diverse world of styles and trends, from the elegant and balanced lines of Classicism to the more extravagant Rococo, and onto the distinctive and ornate elements of Art Nouveau. Prepare to unveil the secrets behind the brocade curtains of time, where each century tells its own story and leaves us with an indelible legacy inscribed in history.
Gems of Classicism and Baroque in the 17th and 18th Centuries
In the 17th and 18th centuries, brocade not only became a mere clothing accessory but also a prominent symbol of nobility and aristocracy, embodying luxury and sophistication. This chapter takes us into the world of 'Gems of Classicism and Baroque,' where brocade becomes an integral part of artistic and social trends.
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BEAR PAWthe symbolism of this pattern lies in the meaning of strength and stability. The bear has been regarded as a strong animal, and such a motif could express power and resilience. The bear is also associated with the idea of freedom and independence. |
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TULIPthis motive brings a refined and balanced element to textile art. The tulip motif, considered a symbol of elegance and beauty, reflects the era of classicism with its simple, elegant, and symmetrical design. Such material is suitable not only for sewing historical costumes, for example, but also for various other applications. |
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BloomThe blooming elegance of historical brocade in a FLOWER pattern. This brocade is perfect for crafting formal attire or creating, for example, beautiful decorative pillow covers. |
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SUN WHEELThe Sun wheel is a symbol in the shape of a right-angled cross inside a circle. It is likely the oldest and one of the most commonly used symbols in Western civilization. In its earliest form, it depicts the journey of the sun through the seasons. Christianity adapted this pagan symbol into its own symbols (the Roman Catholic cross) around the 2nd to 3rd century AD. |
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The 18th and 19th centuries marked by Rococo and Biedermeier
We enter a fascinating period of the 18th century where art and culture engage in a harmonious dance between two distinct styles – Rococo and Biedermeier. These eras represent unique moments in history when artistic expression became a loud proclamation of societal changes and personal taste. This chapter introduces us to a world where brocade becomes not just a fabric but also a metaphor for sophistication and ornamentation.
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STRIPESBeautify your spaces with simple and elegant stripes. Each stripe brings a subtle and tasteful element to the room, adding dynamism and charm to the space.
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The Brocade Era in the 19th and 20th centuries
The Art Nouveau Period. We step into an era where the art world began to be caressed by waves of new ideas and reflections of a transforming society – the 19th and 20th centuries, a period where Art Nouveau became an architectural and artistic movement carrying a revolutionary spirit. This chapter guides us into the world of Art Nouveau in brocades, where every pattern and shade seems to tell a story of liberation from traditional forms and a radical shift in artistic expression.
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LANCE FLORALBrocade from the Art Nouveau and Renaissance periods, revives the nobility and detailed craftsmanship that characterized the era of art and design. This pattern not only remains an aesthetic masterpiece but also serves as a reminder of a time when art and craftsmanship intertwined with everyday life. |
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