Quatrefoil

QuatrefoilThe quatrefoil as a motif dates back to at least the 15th century and has been popular in architecture, art and textiles ever since. Meaning four leaves it has been interpreted as a symbol of the cross, of the four Gospels or as a four leafed clover. This decorative motif reached its peak of popularity in the Gothic and Renaissance eras. In our 'Quatrofoil' it is stylised and woven on a medium scale to give it great versatility. The silk weave of the

Based upon 19th Century continental damasks

featuring gold applique crosses and a gold cotton sateen lining

The orphreys and hem of the chasuble are edged in 14mm Pugin braid

'Davenport' is woven as a cotton damask in a variety of colours

The shape of our ‘Newman’ vestment range is drawn from St John Henry Newman’s vestments which are kept in his private chapel in the Birmingham Oratory

as well as a gold tassel on the cope hood

Tunicle (or additional Dalmatic & Diaconal Stole)

however its design origins are found in Venice from around the 14th century

This Borromean chasuble was handcrafted in our Oyster & Old Gold 'Shrewsbury' silk damask with orphreys of Sarum Indigo 'Gothic'

with Old Gold Diamond & Lay braid and rayon fringe on the lappets

Our Holy Name range of vestments reflects the international nature and appeal of Augustus Pugin’s work: the orphrey and embroidery are of English origin

The Tau and Pillar orphreys were edged in Old Gold 'Burford' braid