Border

Unknown18th century

Elaborate symmetrical design of a small scale urn with flowers and very small confronted birds. Much detail in relief.

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Details

Title: Border
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 18th century
Type: Border
Rights: Gift of Richard C. Greenleaf Esq. in memory of his mother, Adeline Emma Greenleaf
Medium: Medium: linen Technique: needle lace
Viewing Notes: In the 1690s, laces were used in great quantities. Patterns were small in scale and the laces were light enough to be pleated and gathered. For example, the edges of a man's cravat, which now replaced the heavy flat collar, were embellished with lace.-From Lace Exhibition, August 3 - November 7, 1982
Provenance: Ex-collection: Mme. Jules Porgès
Dimensions: H x W: 140.8 x 18.8 cm (55 7/16 x 7 3/8 in.)

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