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Gold-thread embroidered and inscribed epitaphios
Despoineta1682
Benaki Museum of Greek Civilization
Athens, Greece
Gold-thread embroidered and inscribed epitaphios bearing a representation of the Lament, dedicated to the Church of St George at Ankara. One of the most impressive examples of Post-Byzantine art made by the renowned embroideress Despoineta in Constantinople. 1682. 1.12x1.50 m. (ΓΕ 34604)
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- Title: Gold-thread embroidered and inscribed epitaphios
- Creator: Despoineta
- Creator Lifespan: 1682/1723
- Date Created: 1682
- Location Created: Turkey
- Physical Dimensions: w1500 x h1120 cm (complete)
- More Info: Benaki Museum - Benaki Museum
- Type: textile document
- Rights: Benaki Museum
- External Link: Benaki Museum
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