Cologne - Acupictrix - Dr Jessica Grimm

Cologne - Antependium Kamp Abbey (Reichelt 1937)

Spectacular Cologne embroidery from the 14th century

It never ceases to amaze me that, after having studied medieval goldwork embroidery for quite some time now, I still find spectacular pieces that I had never previously heard of. Casual references in the literature lead me to obscure, tiny museums that happen to house a real treasure. The original Read more

By Dr Jessica Grimm, 2 years15. January 2024 ago

Cologne - Chasuble cross Inv. Nr. 118 Dommuseum Frankfurt, with the Adoration of the Magi.

14th century

Medieval embroidery from Cologne: musical angels

We will start the new year with an interesting chasuble I encountered at the Dommuseum Frankfurt. The chasuble features embroidery from Cologne dating to the mid-14th and the second quarter of the 15th century. The museum, housed in the historical cloisters, is well worth a visit. Many medieval vestments are on Read more

By Dr Jessica Grimm, 2 years8. January 2024 ago