Embroidery, Medium: silk, metal thread on linen Tecnhnique: running sittch embroidery and couched metal thread, Linen, embroidered in red silk and metal thread. Pattern of detached motifs in alternate rows; one row a stylized plant evolved from fleur-de-lys; second irregularly-shaped floral spray. Red silk running stitch form outline of pattern; parts worked in couched metal thread (gilded parchment wound on linen core. Loops at one end for fastening by cord. Backed with linen pieces., Italy, 16th century, embroidery & stitching, Embroidery

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