Chasuble.
Vilnius, late 17th c.
Vilnius Cathedral
Embroidery with metal and silk threads
An acupictor would cover the relief part of the ornament with several layers of thick threads, thus forming the necessary height. Afterwards, he would even out, round, compress or stretch out the surface according to the pattern. Metal threads were laid on the surface covered with canvas or directly on the underlayer of threads. The faces, hands and feet of the saints are painted in oil on primed canvas.
Images of saints, symbols of faith, floral ornaments
The image of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception presents the Mother of God as the New Eve who conquered the serpent, a symbol of the Satan. Above is a dove symbolizing the Holy Spirit and a figure symbolizing God the Father.
