Antique Gold Chasuble with Embroidery and Velvet – Design I

Antique Gold Chasuble with Embroidery and Velvet – Design I

Embroidery and velvet appliqués are combined on this antique gold chasuble, identified as Design I. Lightweight brocade provides the ground for the decoration, and gold brocade edging finishes the garment. The composition brings together the embroidered details and the applied velvet elements; the supplied inner stole completes the vestment set.

Gold for solemn celebrations

The gold color and decorative panel give the vestment a festive character. Its use should be considered in relation to the liturgical calendar, the celebration and the practice of the local community. Gold is associated with especially solemn occasions, including major Christmas and Easter celebrations where the applicable liturgical norms permit its use. Choose the vestment for the actual service rather than treating color alone as a guide to every occasion.

Fabric and decoration

The chasuble is made from lightweight polyester brocade. Embroidery combined with velvet appliqués forms the main ornament, while gold brocade edging finishes the outline of the garment. Examine both the detailed decoration and the overall arrangement in the product image: the contrast of materials is part of the design, and the vertical placement of the ornaments defines its appearance from a distance.

Fit, collar and included stole

The roll collar forms the neckline and should sit freely over the alb. Before ordering, compare the length and width in the specification table with a chasuble that fits the celebrant well. Consider shoulder position and the way the sides hang, as well as the wearer’s height. An inner stole is supplied with the garment for wear beneath it, allowing the chasuble and stole to be selected together.

Care and storage

After the celebration, let the garment dry and air before returning it to storage. Use a wide hanger to support the shoulders and leave space between vestments, protecting the decoration from rubbing, snagging and prolonged pressure. Avoid sharp folds across the ornament and keep the fabric away from persistent dampness and strong direct light. Follow the supplied care label for cleaning and ironing; do not select a temperature or chemical treatment solely from the appearance of the fabric.

Questions before ordering

When is a gold chasuble appropriate?

For solemn celebrations where gold vestments are permitted by the relevant liturgical norms and local practice. Check the requirements of the particular celebration before choosing it.

What is the principal decoration?

Embroidery and velvet appliqués. The photograph shows its actual arrangement and relationship to the gold fabric.

Does the set include an inner stole?

Yes. The chasuble is supplied with an inner stole. Garment measurements and the full specification appear in the table below.

Product specifications