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Embroidered tablecloth with flowers and coats of arms, 1562
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Embroidered tablecloth with flowers and coats of arms, 1562
Embroidered tablecloth with flowers and coats of arms, 1562. From the Sigmaringen art collection. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889. Illustration by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck, lithographed by H.P. Dr. Hefner-Alteneck (1811-1903) was a German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator and etcher
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This stunning embroidered tablecloth, dating back to 1562, is a beautiful example of the intricate and elaborate artistry of the late Middle Ages. Part of the Sigmaringen art collection, this tablecloth is adorned with an array of vibrant flowers and lush foliage, interspersed with various coats of arms and shields. The coats of arms display intricate designs and symbols, each representing the noble families who once dined upon this grand cloth. The tablecloth, which measures approximately 152 x 188 cm, was captured in this chromolithograph by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck in 1889. Hefner-Alteneck was a renowned German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator, and etcher. His meticulous attention to detail is evident in this illustration, which brings the tablecloth to life with its rich colors and textures. The tablecloth's intricate embroidery, featuring a variety of stitches and thread colors, would have taken months, if not years, to create. The use of flowers and foliage was a common motif in medieval table decorations, symbolizing the renewal of life and the abundance of nature. The coats of arms and shields, with their unique designs and symbols, would have served as a reminder of the social hierarchy and the families' lineages. This embroidered tablecloth is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the late Middle Ages in Germany. Its intricate designs and vibrant colors continue to captivate and inspire us today, offering a glimpse into the grandeur and elegance of the past.
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