Vestments

This valuable artefact, dating from the late 17th century and called “frontal” can be distinguished for the richness of its materials: gold and silver threads, coral beads, freshwater pearls and grenadine, arranged in a tight floral embroidered subject. The solution of the design has a wide horizontal band, released by the main decoration, bordered by a thin frame with minutes drawings, characterized by a wavy branch from which arise a large corolla-like iris and some peonies, while the entire field is occupied by a striking central bouquet, tight by a bow, from which some sinuous branches laden with serrated leaves and large inflorescences branch off.

The embroidery is made with a precious refinement; the backgrounds made of coral beads, garnets and small freshwater pearls are very compact, occupying a large part of the design. The surface of the embroidery, including the background, is densely textured with graphic effects that lead to intense vibrations of light, created by the countless stitches in accordance with some geometric patterns as parallel, diamond or basket-shaped lines.