Anglo Saxon Flashcards
1
Q
What was embroidered?
A
Royals gifted embroidery
Robes given to monks for vestments/church ornaments
2
Q
When was it developed?
A
With introduction of Christianity
3
Q
What did King Athelstan gift and to whom?
A
To Saint Cuthbert Shrine
A stole, with Holy Lamp and Apostles
A Maniple
4
Q
What was King Athelstan’s gift embroidered with and what fabric was used?
A
Red, Blue, Green, Purple, Gold Thread
Linen ground with Silk
