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Lace Edging

1700s

France, Valenciennes

Medium
Linen: bobbin lace (Valenciennes)
Measurements
Average: 2.7 x 17.8 cm (1 1/16 x 7 in.)
Credit Line
The Frances McIntosh Sherwin Collection 1936.136
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An off-white linen bobbin lace strip laid out horizontally features repeating scrollwork and vine motifs over a delicate openwork grid. The pattern is created by fine, densely woven sections forming leaf-like shapes. A straight top edge contrasts with the scalloped, pointed bottom border. Brownish stains mark the center and right side, where a small white rectangular patch is sewn into the upper corner.

Lace Edging

1700s

France, Valenciennes

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