Fragment

1550–1599: Brocaded Panel Fragment, Ottoman Turkish; Made in Brusa, Turkey. Silk; 49 1/2 x 26 1/8 in. (125.7 x 66.4 cm)
The ogival lattice pattern of this luxury fabric is quite typical of Ottoman Turkish taste, as is the profusion of finely drawn tulips, rosebuds, irises, narcissi, and carnations adorning each gold-ground compartment. The gold bands forming the lattice hold scrolling vines and tulips. The purple ground of the fabric is uncommon, probably because of the costly nature of the purple dye, which was derived from murex shells. Link