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Lace Shawl

1800s

Czechoslovakia

Medium
Linen: plain weave with bobbin lace and silk embroidery
Measurements
Overall: 185.4 x 39.7 cm (73 x 15 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of J. H. Wade 1921.1133
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A horizontally long white linen cloth is embroidered with monochromatic cream patterns of stylized birds and flowers. In the central panel, ivory threads form dense, intricate plant life. This central display is bookended on either side by wide, shimmering web-like lace sections featuring scrolling leaf motifs. Narrow bands of pointed lace trim the top and bottom edges, completing this ivory composition of varying textures and delicate patterns.

Lace Shawl

1800s

Czechoslovakia

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