The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 15, 2026

A horizontally long piece of off-white linen needle lace tapers significantly toward the left, ending in a wider, squared-off edge. A continuous, undulating wavy pattern forms a series of rounded enclosures, each containing a small, delicate floral motif. Fine, tiny loops trim the top and bottom edges. These repeating organic shapes and intricate needlework create a rhythmic flow across the narrow, translucent band of textile.

Lace Lappet

1715–74

France, Argentan

Linen: needle lace (Point de Argentan)

Overall: 279.4 x 12.1 cm (110 x 4 3/4 in.)

The Frances McIntosh Sherwin Collection 1936.116

Location: Not on view

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Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1936.116