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Fragment of Lace Flounce

1740–60

France, Argentan

Medium
Linen: needle lace (Point d'Argentan)
Measurements
Average: 64.8 x 121.3 cm (25 1/2 x 47 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Edward S. Harkness in memory of Mrs. Stephen V. Harkness 1948.111
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Location
Not on view
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A horizontally long, off-white needle lace fragment features an intricate floral scene across a delicate mesh ground. Two woven baskets, overflowing with dense blossoms and topped with ribbon bows, sit at our left and right. A tall floral cluster rises between them, while leafy branches arch across the top. Along the bottom, a scalloped border with a repeating wave design contains small flowers, creating a mirrored, rhythmic pattern across the width.

Fragment of Lace Flounce

1740–60

France, Argentan

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