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Cloths of estate  

Definition

  • Consisted of a celure, or roof piece; a tester, or back piece; and one or two sets of valances; evolved from bed hangings; used by royalty, the clergy and the aristocracy as a symbol of social standing, prestige and wealth, in combination with a chair of estate, a footstool and a cushion; the entire ensemble could be raised on a dais for added impact [FURNITURE HISTORY]

Entry terms

  • Canopies of estate
  • Estate, canopies of
  • Estate, cloths of

Notation

  • 122030

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-PP24KKNP-B

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