By way of a reader, I came across the very interesting website of
Dr. Genevra Kornbluth which, amongst other treasures, contains her photographs of vestments which are said to have been used by the 12th century saint, Thomas à Becket, and which are housed in the Treasury of the Cathedral of Sens.
Some of you will have no doubt seen some images of
a reproduction of this particular chasuble, but these are the first high quality images I have seen of the original itself -- not to mention photographs of other period medieval vestural elements as well.
I am pleased to reprint them here with the kind permission of Dr. Kornbluth. (Please click each image to enlarge them for more detail.)
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| The chasuble with its famous orphrey pattern |
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| A more detailed view of the orphrey |
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| Alb. Take note of the ornamental apparel as well as the ornamental cuffs. | |
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| The apparel which would have attached to the amice. |
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| Maniple and stole. The cuffs and apparels on the alb are also more visible here. |
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| Pontifical Sandals |
You can see more details
here.
Photos reprinted with permission. www.KornbluthPhoto.com
