Cravat end

Unknown1690–1699

An allover small scale branching pattern giving the appearance of coral branches.

Details

Title: Cravat end
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 1690–1699
Type: Cravat end
Rights: Bequest of Richard Cranch Greenleaf 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: Madame Jules Porgès
Exhibitions: Exhibition: C.U.M., "The Greenleaf Collection, Textile Arts from the 16th to early 19th century," 22 Jan. – 9 May 1964, p. 15, no. 180.
Dimensions: H x W: 47.6 x 29.4 cm (18 3/4 x 11 9/16 in.)

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