Apparel from a Dalmatic

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a piece of apparel from a Dalmatic. The piece is rectangular and made of green fabric, possibly silk or satin, with an intricate design embroidered on it. The embroidery is done in a silver-colored thread and features a repeating pattern of leaves, flowers, and vines. A border surrounds the piece with a similar design. The main design elements are symmetrical, with a central stem that splits into curved branches adorned with leaves and flowers. There are small red or maroon details throughout the design, possibly beads or sequins. The piece has a frayed edge around its perimeter. The background behind the piece appears to be a light gray fabric or surface.