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[one of] Two pieces of an orphrey
Rhenish (?)
16th century
Medium/Technique
Silk; embroidery
Dimensions
38 x 38.5 cm (14 15/16 x 15 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Rowland Burdon-Muller
Accession Number1972.42b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsFashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionEmbroidered with polychrome silks and silver-gilt threads on linen. Pair of angels, each hold symbols of the Chruch. Their wings, which rise above them, appear to be coming out of their heads. Worn.