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Fragment of Lace Edging

1600s

Italy

Medium
Needle lace (punto avorio or ivory stitch) edging
Measurements
Average: 8 x 24.5 cm (3 1/8 x 9 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of J. H. Wade 1920.1086
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A horizontally long, off-white needle lace fragment features a band of dense, symmetrical geometric patterns. Repeating wheel-like circular motifs are connected by thick vertical bars and a central horizontal line. The straight top border consists of rectangular openings, while the scalloped lower edge features pointed shapes containing circular patterns. On the far left, the lace is split. Knotted threads create a repetitive, three-dimensional texture across the cream-colored textile strip.

Fragment of Lace Edging

1600s

Italy

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