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“sciamito”, a medieval fabric of particular structure suitable for lavish embroidery. Produced originally in the geographic area of the Middle East (Syria, Iran, Byzantium) has spread later in the Mediterranean areas subject to Islam. This particular item, embroidered with a technique "opus ciprense" (I would translate it as "in the Cyprus way") was probably made a Palermo. Gold Brocade, Brocade Fabric, Red Fabric, Textiles, Medieval Embroidery, Art Chinois, Art Japonais, Kinds Of Fabric, Medieval Clothing
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“sciamito”, a medieval fabric of particular structure suitable for lavish embroidery. Produced originally in the geographic area of the Middle East (Syria, Iran, Byzantium) has spread later in the Mediterranean areas subject to Islam. This particular item, embroidered with a technique "opus ciprense" (I would translate it as "in the Cyprus way") was probably made a Palermo.
Byzantine woven silk fragment, V Museum, 1200-1399 Medieval Pattern, Medieval Art, Medieval Times, Motifs Textiles, Textile Patterns, Byzantine Art, Clothing And Textile
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Byzantine woven silk fragment, V Museum, 1200-1399
Lion. Purple silk serge. From the tomb of St. Julian in Rimini. Byzantine, 9th -10th century, based on a Sassanian original. (Museo Nazionale, Ravenna.) Medieval Garb, Renaissance Era, Anglo Saxon, Prehistory, Antique Textiles, Purple Silk, Dark Ages
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Lion. Purple silk serge. From the tomb of St. Julian in Rimini. Byzantine, 9th -10th century, based on a Sassanian original. (Museo Nazionale, Ravenna.)
11th Century: Two griffons back-to-back. Silk serge an wool. Fragment; from a reliquary. Byzantine. Musee de Valere, Sion, France. Textile Museum, Textile Art, Early Middle Ages, 11th Century, Reliquary, Moyen Age
Timelines of Fabrics, Dyes and Other Stuff Edition 2.5 [1-17]Art ResourceMarie-Therese Wisniowski
11th Century: Two griffons back-to-back. Silk serge an wool. Fragment; from a reliquary. Byzantine. Musee de Valere, Sion, France.
9th - 10th Century AD: Lions. Purple silk serge. From the tomb of St. Julian in Rimini. Byzantine. Museo Naziosle, Ravenna, Spain. Fabric Painting, Fabric Art, Textile Prints, History Of Textile, Viking Reenactment
Timelines of Fabrics, Dyes and Other Stuff Edition 2.5 [1-17]Art ResourceMarie-Therese Wisniowski
9th - 10th Century AD: Lions. Purple silk serge. From the tomb of St. Julian in Rimini. Byzantine. Museo Naziosle, Ravenna, Spain.
Byzantine silk hanging of the 10th century is in the Mainfränkisches Museum, Würzburg. (rose green coloured eagles are refered to also in the epic poem Digenes Akritas as a decorative symbol on the barding on his father's horse) Eagle Symbol, Alexandre Le Grand, Ancient Greek City, Classical Greece, Animal Symbolism, Ancient Mysteries, Alexander The Great, Historical Art
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Byzantine silk hanging of the 10th century is in the Mainfränkisches Museum, Würzburg. (rose green coloured eagles are refered to also in the epic poem Digenes Akritas as a decorative symbol on the barding on his father's horse)
Embroidery from the hem of the Alb, detail of 30-01-02/24. The Alb was worn under the coronation mantle by Emperors of the Holy Roman Empire. From the Royal workshop in Palermo, 1181. Inv. XIII 7 Tambour Embroidery, Medieval Crafts, Medieval Period, Gold Work, 12th Century, Embroidery Inspiration
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Embroidery from the hem of the Alb, detail of 30-01-02/24. The Alb was worn under the coronation mantle by Emperors of the Holy Roman Empire. From the Royal workshop in Palermo, 1181. Inv. XIII 7
This looks to be a cuff(?) from the Palermo Alba, showing gorgeous embroidery, as well as the use of pearls and gems! Dated 1181 CE, with later additions. Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Weltliche Schatzkammer. Inventory number SK_WS_XIII_7 Embroidery Fabric, Beaded Embroidery, Embroidery Patterns, Historical Costume, Historical Clothing, Amethyst, Opal, 12th Century Clothing
This looks to be a cuff(?) from the Palermo Alba, showing gorgeous embroidery, as well as the use of pearls and gems! Dated 1181 CE, with later additions. Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Weltliche Schatzkammer. Inventory number SK_WS_XIII_7
Image of Blue Tunicella or Dalmatic  I can't decide which image on this page to pin, so I'm going to pin them all wow! Moda Medieval, Medieval Clothes, Medieval Costume, Medieval Dress, Medieval Fashion
Blue Tunicella or Dalmatic of Holy Roman Empire
Image of Blue Tunicella or Dalmatic I can't decide which image on this page to pin, so I'm going to pin them all wow!
Close-up of a bicep band, from the Palermo Alba. Made 1181 with later additions. From the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Weltliche Schatzkammer. Inventory number SK_WS_XIII_7 Medieval Life, Beadwork Embroidery, Hand Embroidery, Renaissance Embroidery, Renaissance Clothing
Close-up of a bicep band, from the Palermo Alba. Made 1181 with later additions. From the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Weltliche Schatzkammer. Inventory number SK_WS_XIII_7
Hat and trim - Byzantine. Can't really tell if it is historically accurate, but it looks nice. 3 People Halloween Costumes, 3 People Costumes, Easy College Halloween Costumes, Celebrity Halloween Costumes, Costumes For Teens, Girl Costumes, Costume Ideas, Women Halloween, Halloween Makeup
Hat and trim - Byzantine. Can't really tell if it is historically accurate, but it looks nice.
"Woman's over tunic with embroidery pattern." I don't know, this is a bit too racy for me. Viking Garb, Viking Dress, Viking Costume, Viking Clothing
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"Woman's over tunic with embroidery pattern." I don't know, this is a bit too racy for me.
Tunic, probably 5th century, Egypt. Linen, wool; plain weave, tapestry weave Ancient Artifacts, Historical Artifacts, Ancient Egypt, Ancient History, Egyptian Fashion, Egyptian Art, Egyptian Costume, Art Textile
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Tunic, probably 5th century, Egypt. Linen, wool; plain weave, tapestry weave
Tunicella, before 1246, Kunsthistorisches Museum  This was made in Palermo.    Sleeve Cuff Detail. Gold Embroidery, Crazy Quilting
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Tunicella, before 1246, Kunsthistorisches Museum This was made in Palermo. Sleeve Cuff Detail.