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Lace Edging Fragment

1560–99

Italy

Medium
Linen: needle lace (punto in aria)
Measurements
Average: 13.4 x 31.2 cm (5 1/4 x 12 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Frances McIntosh Sherwin Collection 1936.203
Public Domain
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Location
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Description

This edging fragment includes geometric designs within squares, an early type of Punto in aria.
Looped and knotted off-white linen threads form an intricate, openwork horizontal band with five pointed pendants. Repeating eight-pointed stars centered in circles are linked by a delicate web-like grid across the top. Below a narrow dividing border, each scallop holds a circular motif with radiating spokes. The textile's edges are frayed and irregular, especially at the top and right, revealing its fragmented state against a black background.

Lace Edging Fragment

1560–99

Italy

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