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Joined Towel Ends with Floral Motifs

1800s

Russia, 1800s

Medium
Linen: needle lace (cutwork and drawnwork), straight (continuous) bobbin lace, (tape lace) edging
Measurements
Overall: 55.8 x 48.1 cm (21 15/16 x 18 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of J. H. Wade 1921.1135
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The demand for Russian lace grew rapidly after it was first displayed at the 1873 World Fair in Vienna.

Description

The tradition of stylized floral motifs in Russian lace originates in Flanders: Russian lace makers were inspired by the floral designs of tulips and carnations popular in Flemish lace.

Joined Towel Ends with Floral Motifs

1800s

Russia, 1800s

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