Tapestry Pillow
$65
This found pillow features a dense, repeating botanical motif likely woven as a Jacquard textile, a technique pioneered by Joseph Marie Jacquard in the early 19th century that allowed complex patterns previously requiring painstaking hand-weaving to be produced more efficiently. The design incorporates acanthus leaves, stylized flowers, and intertwining vines, reminiscent of the Victorian and Arts and Crafts movements. In the Pacific Northwest, Craftsman-style homes were popular in the early 20th century, influenced by the earlier Arts and Crafts movements in 19th-century Europe, which emphasized harmony with nature, muted earthy colors, and handcrafted details. Unlike other regions that transitioned to more decadent fin de siècle styles, which superseded the Arts and Crafts movement, the Northwest’s lush forests, waterways, and mountains seemed to favor a simpler, more naturalistic aesthetic. This approach continues to shape PNW design and architecture today.