Antique Catholic Church Processional Banner – Virgin Mary Appliqué, Hand-Painted, Gold Metallic Embroidery, Ivory Liturgical Brocade. Beautiful antique Catholic church processional banner featuring a finely detailed appliqué of the Blessed Virgin Mary with hand-painted facial features. The banner is crafted from elegant ivory liturgical brocade with embroidered rose and lily motifs, accented throughout with gold metallic thread embroidery and finished with decorative gold fringe. A sleeve along the top allows for hanging or display. This piece would make a stunning addition to a collection of ecclesiastical antiques, religious art, or Catholic devotional décor. It displays beautifully and was originally used in a Catholic church. 39″ H × 28″ W. Condition Good, stable antique condition consistent with age and church use. Top hanging sleeve was professionally replaced at some point in its history. Front: Minor splits to the silk background; overall presents very well. Back: Larger splits near the upper portion, scattered staining/discoloration, and some loose threads along the side border trim. Expected age-related wear and patina throughout. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description. Stored in a clean, dry environment. Provenance This banner came from a Catholic church. A beautiful and increasingly scarce piece of Catholic ecclesiastical history, ideal for collectors of church antiques, religious textiles, Marian devotional art, or liturgical furnishings.
