Renaissance Silk Velvet Document Panel passementerie_french The 18th century twisted rope

The 18th century twisted rope cord is a later replacement

Voided to reveal the gold silk satin ground

Over 400 years old

Orsini Pattern in pale grey with parchment overlay

Beautiful gently time worn appeal with general signs of wear commensurate with age and use

Renaissance Silk Velvet Document Panel passementerie_french The 18th century twisted ropeRenaissance Velvet Magenta Silk Velvet Fragment Most likely Venice An interesting panel. The silk velvet is from the last quarter of the 16th century Circa 1580 The Renaissance Ferronnerie gothic design couched metallic embroidery (silver gilt metal thread which are wrapped around silk) was added later sometime in the mid 17th century . Sections of the narrow scrolling design restored in the 18th century together with the addition of hand spun indigo