Textile ArtsGreek18th century
Epimanikion depicting the Angel Gabriel
18th century
Artists
Unidentified ArtistArtist
Description
Epimanikion (cuff) with central image of Gabriel on steps under a baldacchino with column supports surrounded by arabesques of exotic flowers and foliage. Crimson silk satin ground embroidered with metallic yarns and sequins; metal loops for laces.
Dimensions
20.3 x 28.8 cm (8 x 11 5/16 in.)
Provenance
Harry G. Friedman, New York, Gift to Fogg Museum, 1960.
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