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Embroidery Collection (page 8)

"Unraveling the Threads of History: Embroidery as a Timeless Art" Embroidery, a craft that has woven its way through centuries

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Ceremonial skirt (tapis), 19th century (cotton, silk, embroidery, sequins, and metallic trim)

Ceremonial skirt (tapis), 19th century (cotton, silk, embroidery, sequins, and metallic trim)
1069059 Ceremonial skirt (tapis), 19th century (cotton, silk, embroidery, sequins, and metallic trim) by Indonesian School, (19th century); 128.91x121.92 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Woman's hood, Cree Nation, from the James Bay Region, c. 1840-60 (wool cloth)

Woman's hood, Cree Nation, from the James Bay Region, c. 1840-60 (wool cloth, glass beads and leather)
BIR185807 Woman's hood, Cree Nation, from the James Bay Region, c.1840-60 (wool cloth, glass beads and leather) by Canadian School, (19th century); Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Portrait of Vittoria della Rovere as a child, 1625 circa, (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Vittoria della Rovere as a child, 1625 circa, (oil on canvas)
7146808 Portrait of Vittoria della Rovere as a child, 1625 circa, (oil on canvas) by Titi, Tiberio di (1573-1627); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Diana Cecil, Countess of Oxford, 1614 (oil on canvas)

Diana Cecil, Countess of Oxford, 1614 (oil on canvas)
7146428 Diana Cecil, Countess of Oxford, 1614 (oil on canvas) by Larkin, William (fl.1608-19); Kenwood House, London, UK; (add.info.: Diana Cecil, Countess of Oxford, William Larkin, oil on canvas)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Portrait of Henry VIII, 16th century (oil on panel)

Portrait of Henry VIII, 16th century (oil on panel)
7129377 Portrait of Henry VIII, 16th century (oil on panel) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Henry VIII)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Costume clerical: un canon du 14th century - Canon, 14th century - He wears an almuce, alb

Costume clerical: un canon du 14th century - Canon, 14th century - He wears an almuce, alb
FLO4676711 Costume clerical: un canon du 14th century - Canon, 14th century - He wears an almuce, alb, and cassock - From a tomb in the church of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Ceremonial textile (palepai), late 19th century (cotton and metal-wrapped cotton yarn)

Ceremonial textile (palepai), late 19th century (cotton and metal-wrapped cotton yarn)
1069069 Ceremonial textile (palepai), late 19th century (cotton and metal-wrapped cotton yarn) by Indonesian School, (19th century); 342.9x68.58 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Felice Baciocchi, 1806, (oil on canvas)

Felice Baciocchi, 1806, (oil on canvas)
7129740 Felice Baciocchi, 1806, (oil on canvas) by Benoist, Marie Guilhelmine (1768-1826); Museo Napoleonico, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Felice Baciocchi (1762-1841), by Marie Guilhelmine Benoist

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Madonna and St Anne, roman school, attributed to Tommaso Salini, 1622-25, Spada gallery, Rome, Italy

Madonna and St Anne, roman school, attributed to Tommaso Salini, 1622-25, Spada gallery, Rome, Italy
7128871 Madonna and St Anne, roman school, attributed to Tommaso Salini, 1622-25, Spada gallery, Rome, Italy by Salini, Tommaso (1575-1625); Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Catherine Knevet, Countess of Suffolk, circa 1615 (painting)

Catherine Knevet, Countess of Suffolk, circa 1615 (painting)
7146434 Catherine Knevet, Countess of Suffolk, circa 1615 (painting) by Larkin, William (fl.1608-19); Kenwood House, London, UK; (add.info.: Catherine Knevet, Countess of Suffolk, circa 1615)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Lady Isabella Rich, circa 1615 (painting)

Lady Isabella Rich, circa 1615 (painting)
7146430 Lady Isabella Rich, circa 1615 (painting) by Larkin, William (fl.1608-19); Kenwood House, London, UK; (add.info.: Lady Isabella Rich, circa 1615, William Larkin, Kenwood house, Highgate)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4906138 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 420x570 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu

Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183103 Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183115 William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4906062 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 420x570 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy

Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183100 Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) (detail of 115608) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold

Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold
XIR157769 Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand

William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183120 William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him

Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183111 Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain

Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR161949 Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Count Guy of Ponthieu seizes Harold as he lands in Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry

Count Guy of Ponthieu seizes Harold as he lands in Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183106 Count Guy of Ponthieu seizes Harold as he lands in Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4905792 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 330x170 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Cimabue (Cenni di Pepo) (1272-1302), Italian painter, headdress of a liripion - Cimabue

Cimabue (Cenni di Pepo) (1272-1302), Italian painter, headdress of a liripion - Cimabue, Florentine artist
FLO4676803 Cimabue (Cenni di Pepo) (1272-1302), Italian painter, headdress of a liripion - Cimabue, Florentine artist, 14th century - He wears a short white cape embroidered in gold

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183114 Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu

Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183104 Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183110 Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4906103 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a pruner, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 420x570 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4905754 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 330x170 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)

Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)
CUL4908540 Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c.1500-02 (tapestry) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50) (attr)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4905733 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a farmer, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 330x170 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Anne of Cleves, wife of King Henry VIII of England, after Hans Holbein, 1557, 1865 (lithograph)

Anne of Cleves, wife of King Henry VIII of England, after Hans Holbein, 1557, 1865 (lithograph)
FLO4686296 Anne of Cleves, wife of King Henry VIII of England, after Hans Holbein, 1557, 1865 (lithograph) by Pauquet, Jean Charles (Polydore) (1800-79); (add.info)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a fisherman, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a fisherman, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4906027 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a fisherman, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 330x50 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a fisherman, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)

Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a fisherman, c. 1550 (gold, wool and silk)
CUL4905957 Vertumnus and Pomona: Vertumnus transformed into a fisherman, c.1550 (gold, wool and silk) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 330x50 cm; Royal Palace, Aranjuez

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Evening Conversation, 1910 (oil on canvas)

Evening Conversation, 1910 (oil on canvas)
BAL153689 Evening Conversation, 1910 (oil on canvas) by Kalinitchenko, Jakoff Jakovlevitch (1869-1938); 68x51 cm; Art Museum of Ryasan

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)

Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)
CUL4908753 Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c.1500-02 (tapestry) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50) (attr)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)

Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c. 1500-02 (tapestry)
CUL4908710 Triumphs of the Mother of God or Panos de Oro, c.1500-02 (tapestry) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50) (attr)

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183118 Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183119 William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen

Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183117 Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Duke William encourages his troops to prepare themselves for the battle against the English army

Duke William encourages his troops to prepare themselves for the battle against the English army
XIR165820 Duke William encourages his troops to prepare themselves for the battle against the English army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy

Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183113 Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Harold and Count Guy of Ponthieu talking together at Beaurain

Harold and Count Guy of Ponthieu talking together at Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183102 Harold and Count Guy of Ponthieu talking together at Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Duke Conan flees from Dol with Duke William's knights in pursuit

Duke Conan flees from Dol with Duke William's knights in pursuit, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR181083 Duke Conan flees from Dol with Duke William's knights in pursuit, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183109 Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183121 William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: A groom brings William his charger, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

A groom brings William his charger, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR159300 A groom brings William his charger, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Harold Drags Norman Soldiers from the Quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Harold Drags Norman Soldiers from the Quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR154192 Harold Drags Norman Soldiers from the Quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageEmbroidery Collection: Norman Knights Ride to Hastings to Forage for Food, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Norman Knights Ride to Hastings to Forage for Food, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR181249 Norman Knights Ride to Hastings to Forage for Food, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux



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"Unraveling the Threads of History: Embroidery as a Timeless Art" Embroidery, a craft that has woven its way through centuries, holds within it stories of valor and culture. Just like King Harold's foot soldiers with their spears and battle axes depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry, embroidery serves as a visual narrative of our past. From Central America to Panama, Cristobal to Kuna Indian traditional molas, embroidery showcases the rich tapestry of diverse cultures. It transcends borders and continents, connecting us all through intricate stitches and vibrant threads. In Normandy, France, Europe stands The Bayeux Tapestry - an iconic masterpiece that depicts pivotal moments in history. A feast for the eyes captured on fabric; it transports us back to late 11th century battles and reveals unknown creators who left their mark for eternity. Costa Rican art from Central America adds another layer to this artistic journey. Its vibrant colors mirror the lush landscapes while telling tales unique to Costa Rica's heritage. Frans Hals' "The Laughing Cavalier, " created in 1624 but still resonating today (1943), reminds us that embroidery is not confined solely to fabric and can be found even in oil paintings where every brushstroke weaves together a story worth cherishing. As ships were built in preparation for war according to the Bayeux Tapestry's depiction at Bayeux, Normandy, France; we see how embroidery captures not only beauty but also historical events etched into our collective memory. The death of King Harold portrayed with an arrow piercing his eye symbolizes both tragedy and bravery. This scene immortalized by needlework speaks volumes about human resilience amidst conflict. Just as Norman cavalry clashed with Harold's foot soldiers forming shield walls on embroidered cloth; so too do different elements collide harmoniously within this ancient art form – creating something truly remarkable.