To speak of preservation in the world of art is often to imagine a painting behind glass, or a sculpture in a museum. But for functional works of art—like textiles—the story is different. These pieces are not only meant to be admired at a distance; they are meant to be lived with, transforming a room and grounding a space both visually and emotionally. It offers comfort underfoot, invites touch, and anchors daily life. Far from diminishing their value, this intimacy deepens it. For functi...
