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Lace Flounce

1700–1720

Belgium

(Flanders)
Medium
Linen: bobbin lace (mesh ground)
Measurements
Average: 279.4 x 50.8 cm (110 x 20 in.)
Credit Line
The Frances McIntosh Sherwin Collection 1936.83
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A horizontally long cream linen bobbin lace flounce is patterned with dense floral and scroll motifs. Looking closer, the pattern alternates between fine threads woven into a solid, gauzy field and sections of translucent mesh. A scalloped bottom edge repeats small circular designs, while a large medallion on the right features a stylized human figure. The design flows across the length, creating a contrast of opaque shapes against an airy background.

Lace Flounce

1700–1720

Belgium (Flanders)

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