Lot 518

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AN EXQUISITE EMBROIDERED CHASUBLE, C. 1725. Comprising a masterfully sewn and embroidered fiddle-back chasuble, likely Mexican and possibly from the workshop of Manuel José de Mena Cárdenas (Mexico, 1711–1752). Rendered in silk satin with silk and metallic-thread embroidery and metallic braid trim, decorated with a profusion of colorful flowers and padded putti, and the top of the verso depicting the infant Christ (El Niño Dios). In an excellent state of preservation. 44 x 28.5 inches (111.7 x 72.4cm).

Provenance:
From a prominent Mexican family collection


Important Notice: The absence of condition information in the description does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition, a condition report is available by request.


Estimate:  $1,500 - 2,500   € 1,290 - 2,150
Price Realized: $2,750.00


Comparison:
For a similar example attributed to the workshop of Manuel José de Mena Cárdenas, see: The Los Angeles County Museum of Art, accession number M.85.96.1 which depicts a similarly decorated Chasuble.

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