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Face veil

Face veil, black Chantilly lace. (Worn with hat). Half-circular in shape. Scalloped border on curved side of conventionalized elliptical designs surmounted by flowing floral sprays and ribbons in repeat. Réseau, or net grund, of typical Chintilly six-pointed star, called "Fond Chant" (contraction of Fond Chantilly) covered with small round dots. Lace, Chantilly.

Date
19th century
In our collection
since September the 22nd, 2008 up to now
Dimensions
32 x 15 1/2 in. (81.28 x 39.37 cm)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Linen; bobbin lace
Price
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Composition
cadmium92%
iron7%
atium0%
zinc1%