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Altar Frontal

1600s-1700s

Italy, 17th-18th century

Medium
embroidery: linen
Measurements
Overall: 47 x 165.4 cm (18 1/2 x 65 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Herbert D. King 1951.84
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A horizontally long white linen cloth is embroidered with six peaked motifs primarily in dark reddish-purple thread. Each motif contains symmetrical floral and bird patterns filled with dense stitching. A thick horizontal band of geometric designs runs beneath these shapes. To the base is sewn a wide, white lace border with a repeating scalloped bottom edge. The upper edge of the linen appears uneven and frayed.

Altar Frontal

1600s-1700s

Italy, 17th-18th century

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