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Figure of St. John the Evangelist
Italian
16th century
Object Place: Italy
Medium/Technique
Silks, embroidery
Dimensions
28.3 cm (11 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Aimée and Miss Rosamond Lamb
Accession Number59.434
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionCut-out figure, embroiderd with polychrome silks (predominantly yellow and green) and gilded yarns, in split, stem, and flat stitches, with some or nué and couching. The Saint holds a chalice containing a serpant in his left hand; the right hand is raised in blessing. Right foot worn. Lined with pinkish tan linen.