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16th Century Ecclesiastic Needlework Pillow

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A magnificent Antique Pillow Impressive large oversize example Featuring a rare and exquisite 16th Century Embroidery of Christ Worked in coloured silks and metallic threads French or Italian Circa 1580 The panel was originally a cope hood on an ecclesiastic ceremonial vestment If you look carefully you will see a beautiful angel at his feet The embroidery is edged with the original Passementerie . Magenta red silk tassel trim topped with a separate layer of silvery gold metallic eyelash trim Laid over and backed with very interesting late 17th century Spanish or Italian Olive Green Silk as you can see the silk panel consists of carefully hand stitched smaller fragments. Some with crowns Its delightful and full of history The 450 year old embroidery and trims are rare and evocative ancient works of art and of course shows signs of wear commensurate with this immense age Please study photographs and use the zoom feature as they do form a very important part of the description Rare Museum worthy work of art. panels such as this decorated the chasubles, dalmatics and copes, which were garments worn by the bishops and priests during Mass celebrations. SIZE 22 inches x 22 inches (56cm x 56cm) S4253
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metallic Thread,Silk,Embroidered,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Woven
  • Period:
    16th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    16th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Canterbury, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10026244647562

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