Border fragment
CultureEuropean
Datelate 19th century
MediumLinen and polychrome silks
DimensionsOverall: 10 3/4 × 8 1/4 inches (27.31 × 20.96 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. J. F. Downing
Object numberR57-9/23 C
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DescriptionBobbin-made tape lace. Continuous whole stitch tapes with hooked links and inset pieces of mesh. A cord net runs down the center of the tape. Sample piece showing one large scallop from a border. The linen is natural colored; the silks are in orange, two shades of brown and yellow.
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