Beautifully embroidered religious collar or closed stole with a pelican (a symbol of Jesus’ sacrifice for humanity), crown of thorns, cross, leaves, flowers – the ouroboros, a snake swallowing its tail symbolizing death and rebirth – all rich in handiwork and meaning. Reverse features three crosses and the maker’s label. Year of creation is hard [Continue]
Antique French Ecclesiastical Cope Hood. Cloth of Gold Ground. Embroidered Silver metallic Stump Work Pelican surrounded by Gold metallic three dimensional roses. Gold metallic tassel trim and border. Dating from 19th century. Antique condition with general signs of wear (marks, loose missing threads) commensurate with age and use. Photographic lights make gold colour appear brighter [Continue]
You are viewing an attractive example of religious embroidery. Silk hand embroidery on silk. Pelican motif size: 23cm23cm. Please take a good look and zoom also at the photographs, these form an important part of the description. Most of my items listed are original antique or vintage unless otherwise stated. This means used condition and [Continue]
Antique French Ecclesiastical Cope Hood. Cloth of Gold Ground. Embroidered Silver metallic Stump Work Pelican surrounded by Gold metallic three dimensional roses. Gold metallic tassel trim and border. Dating from 19th century. Antique condition with general signs of wear (marks, loose missing threads) commensurate with age and use. Photographic lights make gold colour appear brighter [Continue]