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Lace Veil

1800s

France

Medium
Silk: bobbin lace (Point Plat) appliqué on machine-made net ground
Measurements
Average: 39.4 x 100.4 cm (15 1/2 x 39 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Jeannette Cox Morrill 1940.2
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A horizontally long light gray silk net veil is framed by a black lace border. Small, dark scroll-like shapes are scattered across the translucent mesh in a loose grid. The border features a repeating diamond and floral pattern that edges the rectangular cloth. The fine texture of the net contrasts with the dark embroidery, creating a delicate, airy composition against a plain background.

Lace Veil

1800s

France

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