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Lace Handkerchief

1800s

France, Valenciennes or Flanders

Medium
Plain weave linen center: bobbin lace (Valenciennes) border
Measurements
Average: 38.5 x 37.2 cm (15 3/16 x 14 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Harold T. Clark in memory of Mrs. William B. Sanders 1949.160
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A square linen and bobbin lace handkerchief features a translucent center panel with symmetrical embroidered leaf motifs in each corner. An intricate border of repeating floral patterns and scalloped edges frames the square. The dense, web-like lace contrasts with the delicate linen center, which shows faint brown discolorations. The wide openwork border creates an ornate, shimmering frame around the simple embroidery of the central fabric.

Lace Handkerchief

1800s

France, Valenciennes or Flanders

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