Aër (veil for communion vessels)
16th–17th century
Object PlaceEurope (Eastern)
Medium/TechniqueSilk satin with gold and silver colored metallic thread embroidery, gold-colored metal and silk wrapped woven trim, silk and metallic braided tassels, and cotton backing
Dimensions68 x 81 x 2 cm (26 3/4 x 31 7/8 x 13/16 in.)
Credit LineThe Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession number43.325
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1710–30
18th–19th century
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18th century
18th century
early 20th century
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17th century (?)
16th–17th century