Magenta Silk Velvet Fragment
Late 16th early 17th century Most likely Venice
Renaissance Ferronnerie gothic design. Couched Silver Gilt metal threads which are wrapped around silk
Document / study fragment
Later backed in the 18th century with Indigo dyed hand spun linen
Full loom width with both selvage edges present
SIZE 22 inches x 6.5 inches (56 cm x 16.5 cm)
S5651
