A 16th Century Altar Frontal
Spanish or Italian Circa 1580 Dark Burgundy red silk velvet embroidered in silks within gold metallic cording
Edged with 17th century Florentine silk and metallic braid
Backed with 17th century linen
Collection museum stamp to reverse
This rare historic textile is approx 500 years old and of course shows evidence of this immense age. Antique time worn / beautifully distressed appeal, with general signs of wear commensurate with age and use. (zoom in on your touch screen)
SIZE 24 inches high x 22 inches (61cm x 56cm)
MB5451
