Italian Textile Silk Bargello (Flame Stitch) n°:912443

127 × 55 cm (4' 2" × 1' 9")

Italian Textile manufacture, Silk Bargello technique: an explosion of geometries and colors from the Tuscan Baroque. A splendid example of ....

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Textile Details

Date (ca.): 18th Century
Origin: Italy
Field: Special
Design: Geometric
Material: Silk
Approximate dimensions: 120×80 cm
Production Manner: Handmade
Color:
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Textile Description

Italian Textile manufacture, Silk Bargello technique: an explosion of geometries and colors from the Tuscan Baroque. A splendid example of Italian textile art created using the famous Bargello technique, also known as “Flame Stitch.” This style is characterized by the use of vertical stitches of varying lengths that create a modular zig-zag design, generating a nearly hypnotic optical effect of movement and depth. The uniqueness of this piece lies in the use of multicolored silk, which provides an iridescent luster and a material richness superior to traditional wool versions.

The chromatic composition is a masterpiece of balance: a rhythmic sequence of vibrant shades chasing each other in a perfectly modulated flame pattern. The transition between colors is sharp and precise, highlighting a superior level of craftsmanship. Historically, these textiles were destined to upholster exceptionally prestigious furnishings (chairs, screens, or cushions) in the homes of the Italian nobility, serving as a symbol of status and aesthetic refinement.

The allure of Bargello: The name derives from the Bargello Palace in Florence, where 17th-century chairs upholstered in this technique are preserved. It is a design that has never faded, still influencing high fashion and contemporary interior design today due to its geometric modernity.

Condition: Excellent. The silk retains its original brilliance, and the textile structure is intact, meticulously preserved at the Mollaian Rugs Gallery.

Dimensions & Interior Design Advice: 127 × 55 cm. An extremely versatile collector’s piece: perfect for framing as textile art or used as a prestigious runner on an antique console or a modern table to create a contrast of absolute elegance.

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At Mollaian srl we try to do our best, giving a new life to some of antique rugs with minor problems, that may have affected by age. So, apart from what is visible on the presented photos, it should be noted that the rugs are professionally cleaned, and where necessary, the Selvages/Sides and Ends/Fringes have been secured. Upon request, we can provide a complete condition report (including any retouch performed by our restoration team), if it is not already presented down below.