This magnificently embroidered cope features the early Christian symbol of the peacock. In pre-Christian times it was thought that the flesh of the peacock never decayed. This led to the peacock being adopted in Christian art as a symbol of the resurrection and eternal life. Representations of peacocks surrounding a Chi Rho are found in early Christian catacombs and mosaics as early as the 4th century AD.
These symbols are exquisitely embroidered on the hood, orphreys and morse of a Westminster style cope, with a matching Tufton stole featuring a braid cross at the neck.
The main fabric is our ‘Van Der Weyden’ silk damask in Black & Gold. The orphreys and morse are in our Cream ‘Gothic’ silk damask, outlined in Black & Gold 'Diamond & Lay' trims, with black cotton sateen lining. The back length is 60”.
Our bespoke vestment samples are handcrafted in our workroom. Additional vestments can be commissioned on request – such as humeral veils and Low Mass sets. Please enquire.
