18th–19th Century Western European Embroidered Silk Velvet Ecclesiastical Altar Panel

A late 18th- to 19th-century Western European ecclesiastical altar panel crafted from deep crimson silk velvet. The composition centers on a large Latin cross flanked by symmetrical classical urns filled with flowering irises. Elaborate scrolling acanthus leaves, floral rosettes, and stylized blossoms form a richly embroidered border. The decoration is executed in polychrome silk appliqué and embroidery, outlined with couched gold-toned metallic cord. Backed with red cotton fabric. The Italian silk velvet ground and ornamental vocabulary suggest possible Spanish, French, or Italian production. Attribution is based on stylistic characteristics. Size: 56 X 41 inches.

Condition
In visibly distressed antique condition, with extensive fading, discoloration, and wear to the silk velvet ground. Please review all photographs for details.