opus anglicanum

British  

/ ˈəʊpəs æŋɡlɪˈkɑːnəm /

noun

1. fine embroidery, esp of church vestments, produced in England c. 1200– c. 1350; characterized by the rich materials used, esp silver gilt thread

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Etymology

Origin of opus anglicanum

Latin: English work

Example Sentences

The epitome of this was opus Anglicanum, or "English work," a taxingly intricate method of embroidery that flourished in London guild shops during the 13th and 14th centuries.

From Time Magazine Archive

Men did not make the Bayeux tapestry, or embroider the gold-worked opus Anglicanum chasubles that were among the supreme glories of medieval art.

From Time Magazine Archive

These are some of the characteristics of the opus Anglicanum.

From Project Gutenberg

Century British Museum The term “opus Anglicanum” is first recorded in the thirteenth century, and is supposed simply to mean “English work.”

From Project Gutenberg

Perhaps its catholicity may prolong its popularity, and something absolutely new in style may be evolved, which shall revive the credit of the “opus Anglicanum.”

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