Chasuble, 17th century, Attributed to Turkey, Silk, metal wrapped thread; lampas (kemha), Textile: H. 46 in. (116.8 cm), Textiles-Woven, A large number of Ottoman silk textiles were destined for export to Europe, where they functioned as secular and religious garments. This chasuble, an ecclesiastical vestment worn by high church officials, is a fine example of the synthesis of Eastern and Western displays of wealth through the donning of silk and gold garments
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