Mail Hall

A splendid ensign painted on silk portraying Saint George and the dragon, is shown in the main hall; it is dating back to the early 19^th century or more likely to the end of the previous one, belonging to a confraternity of Voltaggio and depicting the Saint Patron of Bormida.

In the first showcase, there is a silk satin ivory colour Chasuble (Pianeta) displayed. It features phytomorphic motifs embroidered in satin stitch with polychrome silk and gold threads rocaille, embroidery in padded stitch, typical of Milanese manufacture.

Then we find an interesting Pallium, a liturgical vestment worn by archbishop,(Stolone) mentioned in the summary descriptions of the inventories dated 1836, which bears a striking resemblance to vestments of Pope Julius II and Cardinal Marco Vegerio, nephew of Sixtus IV.

Moving on to the following display cases, we can admire a Tunicle (Tunicella) in silk satin taffeta ivory coloured, entirely embroidered in gold and sequins in delicate colours from pink to green and lilac, then again some Stoles and a Tunicle in precious pink fabric with lace decorative motifs.

Continuing the visit, we can admire rich Chasubles (Pianete) and a Cope (Piviale) with recognizable floral decorations and clover in satin stitch (punto rasatello), leading up to the probably oldest Chasuble of the Museum collection, presumably dated mid-17^th century, in bright green silk damask with phytomorphic textile designs with glossy/matte effect.