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Relics, robes, copes and bursas are the main body of this exhibition that brings together elaborate works of textile decoration, some of which have been on the most precious of hangers for over 700 years. But the world of medieval embroidery is not as stuffy as the antiquated garments make it sound. As well as Adams, Eves, Gods and loads of Virgin Marys, these spectacular works are intricately decorated with spookily inaccurate lions, gambolling courtspeople, glittering mermaids and even slaughtered innocents. The designs were drawn by England's most talented artists and completed by huge teams of craftspeople with specialised skills, and the quality could not be replicated today if you gave Grayson Perry a magic needle.
The relatively small collection (not that many examples have survived hundreds of years of battle and reverence, funnily enough) is supplemented by specially commissioned video displays which give visitors an introduction to the making process, but the joy here is in gaping at the patterns and playful characters that sparkle on the ancient swathes of silk and velvet. But be warned: you will leave wanting to own your own cope. Ashleigh Arnott