Borduurwerk, 9e eeuw 1857 - 1864

This is a 19th century drawing of a 9th century embroidery, created by an anonymous artist. The piece depicts five figures, including the apostle Peter, all adorned with intricate details against a background of arches and geometric patterns. The artwork captures the style of medieval embroidery, using gold thread to highlight the figures and creating a sense of formality and reverence. The artwork is currently located in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.