There is just something to love about this depiction of a four petaled flower. Could it be that it symbolizes good luck, or is closely tied to the Church, or is that it’s just a really awe inspiring architectural detail? For me, it’s all of the above and my appreciation of the Gothic Revival and Renaissance periods. Today this simplistic floral pattern and it’s various adaptations can be everywhere.
Walls….
Pillows….
Fabrics….
Furniture….
Wow . . . I actually made a pillow with that fabric design last year! http://pillowsalamode.wordpress.com/2011/10/29/french-knots/ I know I loved it (it’s in a new home now!) but I didn’t know it was so special. Thanks for such an informative post! 🙂 Katherine