Acupictrix - Dr Jessica Grimm
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June 2025

Opus romanum - multi coloured embroidery showing the nimbed head of an angel
13th century

Opus romanum: medieval goldwork embroidery from Rome?

This week, we will look at an Opus romanum antependium from the late 13th century kept in the Cathedral treasury of Anagni, Italy. Just like with the Opus cyprense goldwork embroideries from last week, their provenance isn’t as clear-cut as the name Opus romanum suggests. This antependium was never historically Read more

By Acupictrix - Dr Jessica Grimm, 1 yearJune 9, 2025 ago
Opus cyprense - detail with gold embroidered double-headed eagle on red silk
13th century

Opus Cyprense: medieval goldwork embroidery from Cyprus?

Where does Opus cyprense medieval goldwork embroidery come from? Simple question, right? After all, Opus anglicanum comes from England, and Opus teutonicum comes from Germany. Thus, Opus cyprense should come from Cyprus! Maybe. Medieval and later church inventories do mention vestments as being Opus cyprense. However, there has been relatively Read more

By Acupictrix - Dr Jessica Grimm, 1 yearJune 2, 2025 ago

Medieval Splendour in Gold thread & Silk

The Acupictrix, alias Dr Jessica Grimm, writes a weekly blog on medieval goldwork embroidery.

Dr Jessica Grimm is a member of Centre International d'Etude des Textiles Ancienes (CIETA), Bundesverband Kunsthandwerk and S.E.W.

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