Epimanikion depicting the Annunciation
18th century
Artists
Description
Epimanikion with central medallion depicting the Annunciation surrounded by four half-length figures in foliage with haloes of seed pearls amidst floral arabesques; embellished with coloured glass gems at the top and bottom. Crimson silk satin ground with embroidery stitches including bouclé, couching, and split; lined with purple silk satin; metal rings for laces. Later added gold border.
Dimensions
21.5 x 28.5 x 32 cm (8 7/16 x 11 1/4 x 12 5/8 in.)
Provenance
Harry G. Friedman, New York, Gift to Fogg Museum, 1960.
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