Orphrey Collection

Panel (Made of Reassembled Fragments from Orphrey Bands), Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel (Made of Reassembled Fragments from Orphrey Bands), Spain, 17th century

Chasuble with Orphrey Bands, Seo de Urgel, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble with Orphrey Bands, Seo de Urgel, 16th century

Dalmatic, Nottingham, Mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Nottingham, Mid-19th century

Cope with Hood and Orphrey Band, France, 1725 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Cope with Hood and Orphrey Band, France, 1725/75

Orphrey Band, England, 1375 / 1400. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, England, 1375/1400

Orphrey Panel (Depicting the Nativity), Florence, 1450 / 1500. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Panel (Depicting the Nativity), Florence, 1450/1500

Orphrey Fragment, Florence, 1450 / 1500. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Fragment, Florence, 1450/1500

Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), Florence, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), Florence, 15th century

Band from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s. Creator: Unknown
Band from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s

Orphrey Fragment (Depicting the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple), Florence, 1450 / 1500
Orphrey Fragment (Depicting the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple), Florence, 1450/1500

Orphrey Band, Italy, c. 1390. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, Italy, c. 1390

Fragment from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s

Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th / 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th/16th century

Fragment from an Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th / 16 century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from an Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th/16 century

Fragment from an Orphrey Band Depicting the Nativity, Italy, 15th century

Orphrey Depicting the Resurrection of St. Mary, Italy, 1450 / 1500. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Depicting the Resurrection of St. Mary, Italy, 1450/1500

Fragment from an Orphrey, Italy, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from an Orphrey, Italy, 15th century

Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, Italy, 15th century

Orphrey, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey, Italy, 17th century

Dalmatic with Orphrey Bands, Italy, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic with Orphrey Bands, Italy, 19th century

Orphrey Band (Depicting the Resurrection), Italy, 15th / 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band (Depicting the Resurrection), Italy, 15th/16th century

Fragment from an Orphrey Band Showing St. Barbara and St. James, England, 1350 / 1400
Fragment from an Orphrey Band Showing St. Barbara and St. James, England, 1350/1400. An orphrey is a woven or embroidered band, used on priests albs and knights robes

Chasuble Front with Orphrey Cross, Florence, Chasuble: 15th century; Orphrey Cross: 1401/50

Chasuble with Orphrey Band, Spain, Chasuble: Late 15th cent; Band
Chasuble with Orphrey Band, Spain, Chasuble: Late 15th century; Orphrey Band: Late 15th/early 16th century

Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), Italy, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), Italy, 15th century

Cope with Self-Orphrey Band, France, c. 1765. Creator: Unknown
Cope with Self-Orphrey Band, France, c. 1765

Orphrey Band, France, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, France, 16th century

Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), England, 1400 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), England, 1400/50. Male and female figures wearing crowns. The man gives a blessing. An orphrey is a woven or embroidered band, used on priests albs and knights robes

Part of the Orphrey of the Syon Cope, English, 13th century (colour litho)
3632254 Part of the Orphrey of the Syon Cope, English, 13th century (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Part of the Orphrey of the Syon Cope, English)

Part of the Orphrey of a Chasuble, Flemish, 15th century (colour litho)
3632253 Part of the Orphrey of a Chasuble, Flemish, 15th century (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Part of the Orphrey of a Chasuble, Flemish)

Orphrey, third quarter of the 14th century (metal, silk & line)
3737708 Orphrey, third quarter of the 14th century (metal, silk & line) by English School, (14th century); 17.5x102.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; English, out of copyright

Fragment of an orphrey (linen, silk & gold thread)
3737704 Fragment of an orphrey (linen, silk & gold thread) by English School, (13th century); 23.5x14.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; English, out of copyright

Part of the Orphrey of a Chasuble, German, 15th century (colour litho)
3632268 Part of the Orphrey of a Chasuble, German, 15th century (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Part of the Orphrey of a Chasuble, German)

Fragment of an Orphrey, British, 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of an Orphrey, British, 13th century

Chasuble Back with Embroidered Orphrey Band, 1415-1425. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble Back with Embroidered Orphrey Band, 1415-1425. The chasuble is the main sleeveless outer vestment worn by priests while officiating during Mass

Priests Red Cope Orphrey Hood late 1500s - early 1600s
Priests Red Cope, Orphrey and Hood, late 1500s - early 1600s. France and Italy, Orphrey and hood: France, Lyon, Regency period, 1715-1725; Cope: Italy, late 16th - early 17th century

The Angel, Gabriel, making the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary, c. 1445 (oil on panel)
XIR415771 The Angel, Gabriel, making the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary, c.1445 (oil on panel) (detail of 26541) by Master of the Aix Annunciation, (fl.1442-45); Ste

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"Exploring the Rich History of Orphreys: From Dalmatics to Copes, Unveiling the Unknown Creators" Dive into the captivating world of orphreys as we journey through time and space, unraveling their intriguing origins and mysterious creators. Our first stop takes us to Nottingham in the mid-19th century, where a stunning Dalmatic adorned with orphrey catches our eye. The nameless artist behind this masterpiece remains shrouded in anonymity. Next, we venture to France during 1725/75 and encounter a remarkable Cope with Hood and Orphrey Band. Its intricate design leaves us spellbound while pondering over the enigmatic craftsman who brought it to life. Traveling back further in time, England beckons us towards an exquisite Orphrey Band from 1375/1400. Its age-old beauty is a testament to the skillful hands that wove its threads together but conceals their true identity. Our exploration continues as we stumble upon a mesmerizing Orphrey Panel depicting the Nativity from Florence during 1450/1500. This anonymous artisan's work transports us into biblical scenes filled with wonder and awe. In another fragment from Florence dating back to the same period, we find ourselves captivated by yet another unknown creator's talent showcased on an Orphrey Fragment. Their artistry breathes life into every stitch, leaving us yearning for more knowledge about their craft. A glimpse into a 15th-century Fragment reveals how even small remnants can hold great significance when they come from an Orphrey Band originating in Florence. Though lost in history's vast tapestry, these fragments still whisper stories of skilled artisans whose names remain forever elusive. Italy calls out once again as we discover an enchanting Orphrey Fragment portraying Jesus' Presentation at the Temple from around 1450/1500.