Flourishing Patterns: Textiles From Persia and Europe August 15, 2010

In the 17th century, contact between Europe, the Middle East and Eastern Asia disseminated ideas, colors, patterns and textiles. During the 17th and 18th centuries, European textile manufacturers often looked to the east for inspiration, and rich patterns noted for elaborate ornament, especially in the bold floral designs influenced by Persian motifs, became very popular.