A chasuble of crimson velvet applied with self-coloured orphrey panels densely embroidered in gilt metal threads with simulated pearl and sequin embellishment forming a floral and foliate pattern, the back with a cross, the front with a heart suspended from a collar, the embroidery late 19th century, Continental, applied to a later ground, with matching stole and maniple and similar veil

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A chasuble of crimson velvet applied with self-coloured orphrey panels densely embroidered in gilt metal threads with simulated pearl and sequin embellishment forming a floral and foliate pattern, the back with a cross, the front with a heart suspended from a collar, the embroidery late 19th century, Continental, applied to a later ground, with matching stole and maniple and similar veil

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