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Lace Kerchief

1800s

Ireland, Limerick

Medium
Machine-made net; cotton embroidery in tambour stitch
Measurements
Average: 53.4 x 182.9 cm (21 x 72 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of George W. Bierce 1938.264
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A horizontally long piece of white machine-made net is embroidered with white cotton to form a kerchief with a central diamond and tapering wings. A field of tiny dots covers the sheer center. Following the scalloped edges, intricate vines and berry-like clusters create a decorative border. This symmetrical textile tapers into sharp points, where fine, raised stitches form delicate patterns that stand out against the mesh background.

Lace Kerchief

1800s

Ireland, Limerick

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