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Silver Thread Embroidered Funeral Vestment

XVII Century

$4,492.28
£3,382.24
€3,800
CA$6,200.02
A$6,945.40
CHF 3,619.19
MX$84,719.51
NOK 45,991.54
SEK 43,366.75
DKK 28,929.40

About the Item

Rare and striking 17th-century funeral vestment, embroidered on both sides with precious silver threads on black velvet, a symbol of mourning and solemnity. One side depicts a skeleton standing on a rock, holding a scythe in his right hand and a winged hourglass in his left, a clear reference to the passage of time and the inevitability of death. On the opposite side, a skull with crossbones, framed by laurel branches and surmounted by a winged hourglass, reiterates the concept of memento mori, a constant reminder of the transience of earthly life. The border is embellished with exquisite floral embroidery, lending elegance and depth to the composition. Its generous size (114 x 80 cm) and the quality of the embroidery make it a piece of great historical and artistic value, a witness to the rituality and sacred symbolism of the Baroque era. Perfect for collectors, museums or lovers of sacred and symbolist art.
  • Creation Year:
    XVII Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44.89 in (114 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2802216046612

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