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This jacquard composition originates from a commission by Empress Eugénie for the Elysée Palace, executed at Beauvais during the Second Empire period. The design presents an ornate vase surrounded by gilded columns and crowned with suspended floral arrangements that reflect the imperial taste for opulent decoration and architectural grandeur. The 187 x 75 cm portrait format creates dramatic vertical presence suitable for doorways or architectural framing, demonstrating how imperial commissions transformed functional textiles into statements of political power and cultural sophistication. The combination of classical architectural elements with abundant floral motifs exemplifies Second Empire decorative philosophy that celebrated both historical references and natural beauty. Woven from 72% cotton, 25% viscose, and 3% polyester with cotton lining, this portière appeals to collectors of French imperial art and those who appreciate how textile commissions documented the aesthetic preferences of political leaders while creating lasting decorative art that transcended their original political contexts.