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Altar frontal
French (?)
18th century
Object Place: France (?)
Medium/Technique
Silk; embroidery
Dimensions
95 x 227 cm (37 3/8 x 89 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number50.142
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionAltar frontal. Central wreath containing a three blossom floral spray. Surrounding this and filling the field are various symmetrically placed curling acanthus stalks with naturalistic blossoms. Silver and gold colored metallic yarns in raised work, plus polychrome floss silk yarns, on a cream silk ground. Slightly worn; repairs to field; slightly soiled. Lined.