Italian
Medallion from Orphrey or Apparel with Figure of the Archangel Michael, about 1600-1650
Linen tabby embroidered with polychrome silk yarns, couched gilt yarns, 19.4 x 16.5 cm (7 5/8 x 6 1/2 in.)
Little Salon
Commentary
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