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LOT 1668
Medieval Embroidered Figural Panel
GERMANY, MID-15TH CENTURY A.D.
39 in. (458 grams, 99 cm).
Rectangular fabric panel with embroidered design in laidwork and stem stitch; first, a nimbate figure in three-quarter view on a green and gold grassy base, with detailed draped mantle in red and yellow with a blue hem, right hand holding a staff and left hand supporting the gathered fold of cloth; second, a heater-shaped panel with a coat in shades of red and brown with gold couching; third, a standing nimbate figure on a grassy base, wearing an ankle-length robe in vibrant red with a lemon-yellow and green mantle, the end tucked into the belt; fourth, a heraldic party-coloured patch of flowers; mounted on a sturdy fabric backing. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the London art market, 2006.
Ex central London gallery.
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