Fragment Of An Embroidered Renaissance Orfroi Depicting Saint Nicholas, Ca. 1520, Netherlands

Fragment of a Renaissance Embroidery Orprey Band St Nicholas c.1520

(Northern) Netherlands circa 1500-1520

Embroidery, 33 x 13.5 cm

In a frame by Heydenrijk, outer dimensions 38.5 x 19 cm

Provenance: private collection, The Netherlands

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This embroidery, showcasing a late Gothic style, depicts the Bishop Saint Nicholas standing in a church interior, flanked by columns. Known as an orphrey band, this originally decorated a chasuble, features three superimposed saints.
This embroidery is characterized by a late Gothic aesthetic, while its vibrant and contrasting colours are typical for the period.

Saint Nicholas was patron saint of Amsterdam and it is possible this piece was made there. He was also patron saint of children, and is shown here with small children he miraculously brought back to life from death.

Very good condition for the age and nicely framed.

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