Threads through Creation - Salisbury Cathedral

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A stunning exhibition of twelve enormous embroidered panels that explore the story of the Creation.

Inspired by the poetic verses of Genesis, the first book in the Bible, textile artist Jacqui Parkinson reimagines this ancient story in a vibrant combination of eight million stitches, layers of silk, hand-dyed materials, metallic leathers and gold leaf.

The panels, some as large as 2.5m by 3m/8ft by 11ft, vary in appearance from elemental pieces illustrating the first days to more complex and lush work as we enter the Garden of Eden.

Threads through Creation is a new textile exhibition at Salisbury Cathedral, displayed until 26 September.