Flemish Hand Embroidery 16th Century Gothic Silk & Gold threat Liturgical

Step into the rich tapestry of the 17th century with our exquisite embroidered picture featuring King David With Harp. Meticulously crafted with silk thread, mounted on luscious gree...

Presenting an exquisite 17th-century raised silverwork embroidery, featuring a stylized fragment of blooming flowers. This remarkable piece, handmade in Belgium's Flanders region, sh...

Step into the lavish world of 19th-century French craftsmanship with our spectacular large raised goldwork embroidery. Crafted on a backdrop of pristine white silk, this masterpiece ...

Introducing an exquisite 18th Century pair of French Lyon Silk Maniples adorned with Gold Braid from France. These liturgical vestments, primarily used within the Catholic Church, are a rare find and a testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the period. A maniple is a band of silk that is hung over the left arm during mass, symbolizing the bonds and labor of the priesthood. This particular pair, made from luxurious Lyon silk, features ornate gold braid detailing that highlights their historical and religious significance. Perfect for collectors of religious artifacts or those with an appreciation for ecclesiastical history, these maniples offer a glimpse into the ceremonial traditions of the 18th century. The intricate design and high-quality materials reflect the elegance and reverence associated with Catholic liturgical attire. Own a piece of ecclesiastical history with this stunning pair of French Lyon Silk Maniples, a beautiful addition to any collection of antique religious vestments...

Italy 16th century A liturgical Pax Brede or Osculatorium. The carved wooden board “Kiss of Peace” representing Christ as a man of sorrows. The pax has the shape of an ancient templ...

This 16th century hand-carved wooden Virgin Mary polychrome statue comes from a church in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium (Europe), and was bought directly fr...

Spanish - Moorish Gothic bronze mortar and pestle with ribs, most likely from Andalusia. Of conical shape, resting on a circular uneven base, the exterior decorated with a series of ...

Dream of a saint. Carved and polychrome wood. Flemish school, 16th century. Relief made of carved and polychrome wood that shows an old man with a particular headdress (reminiscent of some chaperones) lying on a bed and accompanied by two friars dressed in habits, who talk to each other. Iconographically, the figure of the old man lying on the bed (note the cushion that raises the upper part of the body, following the common use of the time) who has not died (probably) because he was not completely lying down, is reminiscent of how he was usually represented, for example, to San Antón, San Jerónimo, etc. It is not very likely that it is the subject of the Transit or Death of Saint Francis of Assisi due to the absence of the Stigmata and due to age. It would be part of a cycle of scenes in the altarpiece of a church, an accompaniment that would give the viewer more clues about the identity of those represented. Stylistically, Flemish sculpture...