URING the period when Philip, Duke of 
Orleans, ruled as Regent of France the > 
-' decorative arts underwent a definite re¬ 
action from the heavy formality which characterized 
the reign of Louis XIV. Designs became less im¬ 
pressive and heroic, anticipating the naturalness and 
grace which are associated with the style of LouisXV. 
The Schumacher silk brocade illustrated here is 
a splendid example of the influence of this transi¬ 
tion period in decorative design. This beautiful 
fabric reflects admirably the style of the Regence. It was woven 
near Lyons, the famous French city with which the history of 
silk weaving and ornamentation is inseparably associated. The 
design is exclusive in this country with Schumacher. 
In use today this silk brocade finds its most appropriate 
place in the semi-formal living room to which the 
style of the Regence is so ideally suited. This bro¬ 
cade may be used successfully for either furniture 
covering or hangings. 
In order to fully appreciate its unusual qualities 
it is necessary to see this Schumacher brocade in 
the actual piece and feel its rich texture. This 
brocade together with other beautiful fabrics de¬ 
signed for decorative purposes of all kinds may 
r be seen and purchased through your own decorator 
or upholsterer. 
F. Schumacher & Co., Importers, Manufacturers, Distributors 
to the trade only, of Decorative Drapery and Upholstery 
Fabrics. 60 West 40th Street, New York. Offices in Boston, 
Chicago and Philadelphia. 
