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Cloth of gold from Memling's Triptych, handwoven silk with gold, green

Product code 103-33-1005

Hand woven brocade made of genuine silk and metallic thread with a Renaissance pattern drafted according to a famous painting from 15th century. Green pattern on a golden field. Perfect for historical costuming as well as modern interiors and contemporary fashions.

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Basic parameters
Shade: green and gold
Style: Renaissance
Gothic
Burgundian fashion
Period: 15th century
Pattern: thistle
chrysanthemum
Material: 40% silk, 60% metallic thread
Width (cm): 109 cm
Width (inches): 43 ″
Weight (mm): 59 mm
Weight (gsm): 255 gsm
Weight (oz): 7.5 oz
Drape: slightly stiff
Pattern size: 37 cm
Pattern size (vertical): 100 cm
Minimum order: 0.2 m
Care:
Brand: Sartor Bohemia
Availability: limited edition
Manufacturer / Supplier Manufacturer
SARTOR BOHEMIA s.r.o.
Cukrovarnicka 67, 16200 Prague, Czech republic
info@sartorbohemia.com

Sartor Bohemia
Bulk discount
1 - 9 m
125.00 $ / m
10 - 19 m
-5%
119.00 $ / m
20 and more
-10%
112.50 $ / m

in stock 51.3 m

125.00 $/m

125.00 $/m without VAT

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Product description

Product description

Hand woven brocade made of genuine silk and metallic thread with a Renaissance pattern drafted according to a famous painting from 15th century. Green pattern on a golden field. Perfect for historical costuming as well as modern interiors and contemporary fashions.

Origin & Pattern

We reconstructed this pattern from the work of the in Flanders working German painter Hans Memling (†1494). On the right wing of the triptych, which was made to order for a prominent political representative of Bruges Willem Moreel, there is a depiction of Saint Barbara dressed in a richly patterned fabric.

A similar pattern is also found on several other Memling's paintings. The floral motif is composed by a pronounced stripe of large rosettes and stems. Among the surrounding flowers there are elegant thistles and young chrysanthemums intertwined with decorative elements. The motif repeats itself in vertical strips three times over the width of the fabric. 

Authentic period fabric popular in Burgundy fashion. Cloth of gold reflects Renaissance patterns from the years 1450–1520, when such materials symbolized wealth and prestige. The Triptych family Moreel, from which the pattern was taken over, is exhibited by the Groeninge Museum in Bruges.

This pattern reconstruction is the intellectual property of SARTOR BOHEMIA.

What is Cloth of gold

Cloth of gold was a medieval luxury fabric containing a large amount of metallic thread. Our cloth of gold is hand woven of pure silk with metallic thread plated with real gold. The gold thread will not tarnish or lose its shine. This combination of premium materials makes this fabric sturdy but soft, gentle to the touch, and breathable.

Application

Reproductions of period brocades such as this are perfect for sewing historical costumes and also bring something special to modern interiors or contemporary fashions.

This brocade has loose threads on the back. We recommend lining it with a natural material such as silk lining or fine linen lining.

Handmade artisan fabric

This brocade is unique for its artisan origin. It is woven by hand only about half a meter per day (20 inches) and comes from a loom specifically adapted for Sartor needs. We are skipping all the intermediaries and going all the way down to the village level. This way we can assure that everything we pay goes directly and only to artisan's families.

Note

Given the technology process of weaving this textile (handwoven fabric based on a hand drawn design), minor errors in weave may occur. These incidental imperfections are not considered as defects but rather a proof of a hand-crafted product.

Care

We recommend dry cleaning this fabric at a reliable dry cleaner. In our tests how to wash silk this fabric stood up to gentle hand washing. If you risk hand washing, use lukewarm water and a delicate detergent for woolens; do not wring or squeeze dry; block dry on a flat surface. Dry iron on the back on the lowest setting.

FAQ

Do your historical reproductions ever repeat?

Rarely! We produce reproductions of historical fabrics as limited editions. We want to guarantee a certain authenticity to all owners of historical costumes and decorations. We recommend that you buy these fabrics while they are in stock, as this is the only way to secure them for your project aside from custom ordering.

What is a limited edition?

Limited editions are fabrics of exceptional quality or patterns that have been designed and produced exclusively under the Sartor brand. As a rule, they do not repeat and are therefore only available while supplies last. Don't miss your chance to own a true original.

What is the smallest amount of fabric I can order?

The minimum fabric order is a length of 20 cm.

Are your historical reproductions suitable for modern use?

Of course! Historical patterns are characterized by high-quality aesthetic workmanship with an emphasis on elegance and harmony, which make them timeless works of art. They are suitable for modern interiors, where they bring an element of originality (try a picture, a pillow). In fashion, they excel in simple, even minimalist, garments, handbags and other accessories.

Do you ship abroad?

Yes. We ship worldwide. The price of shipping is automatically calculated at checkout before payment after you select the country of delivery and the preferred carrier. If you do not find your country in the dropdown list, please contact us. You will find a rough overview of shipping costs in our shipping and payment terms.

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