{"product_id":"tissu-ancien-velours-broche-jacquard-religieux-liturgique-dore-40x30-cm-vintage","title":"Antique Jacquard Brocade Liturgical Religious Gold Velvet Fabric 40x30 cm Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient fabric sample, presented here as a flat square, visible on a wooden surface. This textile features an intricate brocaded velvet with a floral motif, made with gold thread that elegantly contrasts with a dark background, possibly black or deep plum. The botanical-inspired motif alternates arabesques and stylized flowers, typical of liturgical textiles or traditional religious decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacquard technique is recognizable by the precision of the patterns and the richness of the relief, giving the whole an opulent texture. The velvet, dense and soft to the eye, catches the light in a nuanced way, accentuating the golden reflections of the brocaded thread. The visible border is clean, with simple stitching, indicating a sample or panel ready for use or restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of fabric was traditionally used for church ornaments, liturgical vestments, altar hangings, or sacristy accessories. The style evokes French or Italian productions from the late 19th or early 20th century, but without explicit mention of the period, caution is advised. The ensemble is typical of ancient religious textiles, sought after for their artisanal craftsmanship and refined aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stylized floral motif, worked in gold thread on a dark background, is particularly highlighted by the relief effect of the velvet. This combination of materials and techniques gives the fabric a precious appearance, ideal for decorative uses, the restoration of liturgical furniture, or high-end textile creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side shows no inscriptions, marks, or apparent major defects. The texture, colors, and pattern are well preserved in the image, with no obvious wear, tear, or visible stains on the surface shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The photographed surface shows no notable defects, apart from minimal wear compatible with age and liturgical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The technique of brocaded velvet, combining velvet with patterns woven in gold or silver thread, was particularly popular in the manufacture of liturgical textiles from the Middle Ages onwards. It allowed for highly sought-after relief and light effects for church decoration and the creation of priestly vestments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in shipping antique textiles and art objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique religious fabric, liturgical textile, gold brocaded velvet, vintage jacquard, church ornament fabric, antique textile sample, liturgical brocatelle, church fabric, antique velvet fabric, gold decorative fabric, religious textile panel, piece of embroidered velvet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54312530411847,"sku":"3312ef28-b5d6-4f05-8bbb-f1ca18d117c8","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_638187c4-0694-4e66-af85-2416ae2b219d.jpg?v=1783542278","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/tissu-ancien-velours-broche-jacquard-religieux-liturgique-dore-40x30-cm-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}