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Back of a chasuble
French
late 18th century
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Silk weaving with linen backing
Dimensions
121.5 x 78.5 cm (47 13/16 x 30 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Oric Bates
Accession Number53.302
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWarp figured silk with undulating lacy ribbons in cream-colored silk and floral sprays in shades of blue, rose and green. Composed of a number of pieces, two of which have a selvedge of two cords and a narrow stripe lined with natural-colored cotton and linen plain cloth. Somewhat worn.