Lot 1297 , A mid 18th century liturgical Catholic feast day priest’s stole. Probably Italian or Spanish. Embroidered with ornate scrolling polychrome silk flowers and gold vining stems on cream silk with an ornate gold thread braid

A mid 18th century liturgical Catholic feast day priest’s stole. Probably Italian or Spanish. Embroidered with ornate scrolling polychrome silk flowers and gold vining stems on cream silk with an ornate gold thread braid, finishing in a large bow and embroidered rose motif. 170cm x 13cm. Condition- the white silk has perished with age and wear and would benefit a restorative backing to stop further damage.The embroidery colours are still strong, as are the woven gold edging and the vining stems.
£200-300