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Chalice veil from the Chapel of the Duke of Flanders

17th century

Medium/Technique Embroidery
Dimensions 59 x 60 cm (23 1/4 x 23 5/8 in.); Legacy dimension: .60 x .59
Credit Line Gift of Miss E. F. Moseley
Accession Number22.371
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ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionRed satin with flowering plants embroidered in each corner with gold thread in raised and couched stitches, the central medallion, with S.H.I. surrounded by sun rays, is worked with gold thread and seed pearls. Edged with gold lace. "From the Chapel of Duke of Flanders." The donor.