Vintage embroidered patch N.D. de La Salette vintage France church coat of arms

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Description

Embroidered patch with an antique look, in the shape of a coat of arms, representing the Sanctuary of Our Lady of La Salette. The visible side shows a black background adorned with an embroidered pattern in colored threads: stylized golden outlines, a central scene illustrating a church with two towers and a detailed yellow facade, against a background of white mountains, green hills, and a blue sky. The legible inscription "N.D. DE LA SALETTE" surmounts the scene, embroidered in white on the upper part.

The embroidery work is dense and precise, with sharp contrasts between the different threads used (gold, green, blue, white, black, yellow, and gray). The golden arabesque motif frames the main scene, accentuating the decorative aspect typical of textile coats of arms with religious or regional inspiration. The details of the church are finely executed, highlighting the architecture of La Salette, a famous pilgrimage site in France.

The general shape of the patch is that of a pointed coat of arms, traditionally used for regional or religious insignia. The visual aspect evokes manual or semi-industrial manufacturing, characteristic of textile souvenirs from the mid-20th century, even if no precise date is visible.

The overall item presents good legibility of patterns and inscriptions, with no apparent defects on the visible side. The colors are clear, with no noticeable discoloration, and the embroidery is well-tensioned, with no pulled threads or visible missing stitches on the front surface.

This type of patch, also called an "embroidered patch" or "textile insignia," is typical of pilgrimage souvenirs, to be sewn or affixed to clothing, a bag, or an accessory related to a French religious site.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The patch has a clean and well-preserved front surface, with no snags or visible stains on the photographed side.

Did you know? The Sanctuary of Our Lady of La Salette, located in Isère, was erected at the site of a Marian apparition that occurred in 1846. This place attracts thousands of pilgrims and visitors every year, and many embroidered souvenirs have traditionally been offered there since the early 20th century.

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