An
18th century Italian chasuble front embroidered with metal threads depicting
wheat, leaves, grapes and other foliage on a rich raspberry colored
silk moiré.
Edged in a period metal and silk galon and a rare 18th century eyelash
fringe all
on deep chocolate brown silk velvet.
Condition: Small
area of spotting on lower right hand corner but doesn’t detract
from the overall appearance. The silk moiré is in wonderful condition.
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