From Flemish Verdure tapestries to Jacobean crewelwork to ottoman crescents, old-world motifs feel surprisingly au courant when recast in fresh settings. The key to transporting the look from the 17th century to the present day? Set the backdrop with bold pattern-on-pattern pairings, layer in some modern art, and finish with a few sculptural accents to play up their graphic appeal.
Garnet red is the unifying force in this tableau featuring disparate patterns: Iksel’s Iznik Chintamani & Crescent wallcovering and luxe Jacobean Garden Velvet (coming soon), both from Schumacher. Lamp by Kimille Taylor. Tulips in the Wind (left) and Iris Bulb No. 59 (right) by Wayne Pate.
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