Historical information

Donor comments:
"The part of the shroud was transferred from Tretiakov Gallery by textile conservator Svetlana Korolkova. The shroud was made in Ural (Chelyabinsk) for the church purposes in the 19 th century (some firming newspaper pieces on the back side include the dates, so we may presume the closest period). After the Revolution a lot of 'invaluable' ecclesiastical goods were cut and recycled. However, there are several survived shrouds in the Museum collection. This style of shroud is specific for the period. Before the 18 th century all the faces and bodies were embroidered. In 19 th century shrouds imitated the icons, and the faces were repainted several times, that's why fine ornamental work of embroidery workshops was combined with a pretty crude art".

Physical description

Deep purple fragment, heavily embroidered in goldwork, flowers and large stars. Metal threads and tiny gold sequins. Russian newspaper, very torn, on the back of the fragment.