Beautiful antique chasuble - Textile - 1850-1900

This beautiful antique chasuble dates from the late 19th century and is a fine example of richly worked Catholic liturgical textile from that period. Executed in a deep green color, traditionally used during the liturgical year, this piece radiates both symbolism and craftsmanship.

The chasuble is made of silk and silk-blend fabrics, with refined gold-colored galloons and a richly woven decor. The back features a large cross with the IHS monogram (Iesus Hominum Salvator), surrounded by floral motifs. The front shows an elegant, vertical central panel with symmetrical floral ornaments, typical of Roman chasubles from this period.

The inside is lined with a linen/cotton lining in a warm ochre shade. As expected for an original textile object of this age, there are clear signs of wear and aging, including wear and localized fraying of the silk. This confirms the authenticity and the intensive liturgical use in the past.

This chasuble is in its original, unrestored condition and today is primarily suitable as a collectors item, decorative piece, museum or theater prop, or for stylish wall display. For active liturgical use the textile is too fragile, but as a historical object it has indeed a lot of character and presence.

An authentic and rare piece of ecclesiastical heritage with visible history — ideal for connoisseurs of religious art and antique textiles.