Fragmentary Orphrey Panel depicting Joachim and Anna
c. 1400
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Description
Fragment of an orphrey panel depicting Anna and Joachim at the Golden Gate, brought together by an angel embracing the figures with its wings. Coat of arms partially visible in the lower panel, matching that on 1928.118A. Embroidery on silk cut crimson velvet on a plain weave linen ground.
Dimensions
30.5 × 26.4 cm (12 × 10 3/8 in.)
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