Panel, likely used as an altar front, of white silk taffeta embroidered with silk in shades of pink-orange, red-pink, green, and blue and couched silver and gilt silver threads, central radiant sun or starburst medallion in silver and gold, flanked by polychrome floral sprays joined by silver and gold scrolls, gilt metal lace trim at perimeter, brown polished cotton backing, France, 1750, 21.5” x 99.75”, (shattering, especially at edges, extensive repairs up to 20”, worn and tarnished trim, foxing patch, 5”, some pulls to embroidery) fair. Provenance: The Brooklyn Museum
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