Catalogue of Renaissance Embroideries, Beautiful Textiles, Exceedingly Fine Old Laces, Ecclesiastical Relics, Silver Sanctuary Lamps, Productions of ... by Order of the Well Known Expert Mr. Vitall - Softcover

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Discover a curated collection of antique textiles and metalwork from “the Renaissance” era. This catalog highlights rare embroideries, laces, silvers and ecclesiastical objects spanning the 16th to 18th centuries. Each piece carries a museum-quality pedigree and speaks to centuries of craftsmanship and design.

This edition presents items for sale by order of a renowned expert, with descriptions that focus on origin, technique and period style. It offers a window into how textiles, lace, and silver objects were used in churches, courts and homes across Europe, including Spain, Italy and England. The catalog is organized by category, with notes on notable details and historical context.

- Explore tapestry portieres, dalmatics, cope panels and altar furnishings that showcase gold and silver thread, precious stones, and intricate embroidery.
- Learn about various lace types, drawn work, guipure, and organza-like fabrics, plus how they were finished and mounted.
- See silver sanctuary lamps, monstrances, censers and other metalwork noted for repoussé, chasing and Renaissance motifs.
- Get the sense of period styles, regional influences, and the care given to preservation and display.

Ideal for readers of antique textiles, ecclesiastical art, and museum-quality collections seeking a detailed reference to historic workmanship andCollector’s pieces.

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