An exquisite 18th-century Italian antependium showcasing masterful craftsmanship in stamped leather, enriched with gilding and silvering and painted in polychrome. The composition centers on a striking depiction of Christ's baptism, elegantly framed by ornamental palms, architectural canopies, and flowing drapery. Delicate floral and foliate motifs enhance the devotional scene, demonstrating the refined artistic sensibility of early 18th-century ecclesiastical decoration. Italy, circa 1720 Dimensions: 69 × 144 cm
