Recently in from France, I'm told the proper name for this long ecclesiastical stole is a maniple. I'm not Catholic, and always appreciate the help of people who know more about the various vestments. That said, we love these made up into the tops of fabulous throw pillows, and so do decorators. This one has 2 large suitable panels, silk velvet with silk and metallic braid passementerie trim and trimmed out in gold metallic fringe. Broad 9" at the ends, will make up into gorgeous pillows if chosen for same. Late 19th to earliest 20th century. Full measurements noted on photos.
Very good condition for age and type, the materials are in very good condition for age, and an 88" long panel, the areas one would utilize to make up into pillows is nicely preserved and still with lush silk nap. The cream silk and gold metallic thread passementerie braid or woven trim adding beauty and texture. Trim is gorgeous, repeats the red and gold of the round with stylized cross embroidered.
