Anne Beversdorf, 2006
Silk and metallic thread; approx. 2 carat “zandrite” (alexandrite simulant), 1.2 carat iolite, 1 carat blue topaz, .7 carat spessartite garnet, all prong-set in sterling silver; 2 lapis lazuli and 9 hessonite garnet beads, 20 freshwater pearls; gold findings and glass beads on 22 pt canvas
Adapted from “St. John” in Soissons Gospels
Court School of Charlemagne
Early 9th century
Original 362 x 267 mm