{"product_id":"framed-french-embroidered-silk-vestment-panel-late-18th-or-early-19th-century-433-4-x-303-4","title":"Framed Antique French Embroidered Silk Vestment Panel - 43¾\" x 30¾\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA framed embroidered silk vestment panel, likely French and dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. The fragment presents a refined symmetrical composition worked in a harmonious and subtle palette of soft gold, muted green, pale blue, and rose set against a light silk ground. The delicate hand embroidery displays remarkable finesse, its intricate floral sprays and repeating baskets stitched with a lightness that gives the surface both richness and quiet charm. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAt the upper center appears the Sacred Heart beneath radiating rays and a small cross, forming the devotional focal point of the design. The motif is framed by finely embroidered foliage and floral garlands arranged along a central axis forming a cross, creating a balanced and graceful composition typical of ecclesiastical textiles of the period. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNow mounted and framed against a muted textile ground, the piece can be appreciated both as a fragment of religious history and as a work of textile artistry. The softly faded palette and intricate needlework lend a gentle elegance to an interior, while the devotional imagery introduces a quiet, contemplative presence. Whether displayed in a study, hallway, or bedroom, it brings a sense of calm reflection and historic character to the space. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 43¾\" high x 30¾\" wide x 1¼\" thick \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 111cm high x 78cm wide x 3cm thick\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52950612181330,"sku":"24136","price":4695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC07547_11e1cc5b-14a0-4fc5-a4f6-e688183c6a24.jpg?v=1773660622","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/framed-french-embroidered-silk-vestment-panel-late-18th-or-early-19th-century-433-4-x-303-4","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}