Objects
Epigonation (Palitsa) “The Dormition of the Virgin”. 1652-1658; damask cloth - the 17th century; brocade - the 18th century
Epigonation (Palitsa) “The Dormition of the Virgin”. 1652-1658; damask cloth - the 17th century; brocade - the 18th century
Object type
Epigonation (Palitsa) “The Dormition of the Virgin”
Place of origin
Russia, Moscow; damask cloth - Italy, brocade - Russia
Date
1652-1658; damask cloth - the 17th century; brocade - the 18th century
Materials
Damask cloth, brocade, silver-gilt thread, silk thread, pearls, rubies, silver, gold
Technique
Embroidery, weaving, threading, forging
Dimensions
Length: 48,0 cm; width: 43,0 cm
Object history note
Was presented by Tsar Alexis Mikhailovich and Tsarina Maria Ilyinichna to Patriarch Nikon.
Publications
Tsar Alexey Mikhaylovich and patriarch Nicon. "Verywise duet". Exhibition catalogue. Moscow, 2005
Mayasova N. The Old Russian pictorial embroidery. Scientific catalogue. Moscow, 2004
Museum number
Тк-2391/1