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Medieval Stumpwork Chasuble Domschatzmuseum Chur.

Medieval Stumpwork: a chasuble at Domschatz Chur

Last week, we examined a medieval stumpwork chasuble cross from the Domschatzmuseum Chur in Switzerland. This week, I have a very special stumpwork chasuble for you, which is also on display at the Domschatzmuseum Chur. So far, scholars have mainly been interested in the pseudo-Arabic silk fabric of the chasuble. Read more

By Acupictrix - Dr Jessica Grimm, 6 monthsOctober 12, 2025 ago

Medieval stumpwork chasuble cross, around AD 1500, Domschatzmuseum Chur.

16th century

Medieval Stumpwork: a chasuble cross @ Domschatzmuseum Chur

Last year, whilst on my way to visit my friend Sister M. Chiara, I stumbled upon some lovely medieval stumpwork at the Domschatzmuseum in Chur, Switzerland. Until then, I had no idea that these pieces existed. Late medieval stumpwork is a lot less rare than most people think. However, as Read more

By Acupictrix - Dr Jessica Grimm, 6 monthsOctober 6, 2025 ago