Embroidered cross from an Omophorion

Ottoman

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Formed as sprays of floral ornament, this embroidered cross from a bishop's outer stole, or omophorion, reflects the eastward spread of the Baroque style via Venice. This embroidered cross and its pair (see 17.120.107) depict the Crucifixion of Christ and the Pentecost, surrounded, respectively, by the writers of the Gospels and four prophets.

Embroidered cross from an Omophorion, Silk and metal thread embroidery on a foundation of silk satin backed with linen plain weave, Ottoman

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Embroidered cross from an Omophorion, Silk and metal thread embroidery on a foundation of silk satin backed with linen plain weave, Ottoman
Embroidered cross from an Omophorion, Silk and metal thread embroidery on a foundation of silk satin backed with linen plain weave, Ottoman

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