A French dark blue velvet, wool and silk embroidered chasuble back panel with scenes from the life of Saint Nicholas late Gothic, early 16th century

Sint Nicolaas in de Nederlanden, Museum van Gerwen-Lemmens, Valkenswaard 1988, cat. no. 46, ill. 39.

In overall good condition considering age and use. Some minor wear including minor tears and losses to the fabric. Some minor fading to the colours. Few minor restorations. The borders slightly fringed. Containted behind glass in modern frame.
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