Embroidery hood

17th century

Green velvet with applique showing the Virgin and Child (?) surrounded by scrolling vine and leaves. Lined with heavy linen.

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Title: Embroidery hood
Date Created: 17th century
Location Created: Germany
Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
Medium: Medium: silk, metal thread, linen Technique: applique on velvet and satin weaves, lined with heavy linen
Credit line: Gift of Leverton Harris

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