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Lappet

Lappet with collar attached, of Brussels Point de Gaze needlepoint lace. Lappet has border on bothe sides of reses and leaves enclosing, toward the ends, a design simulating a jabot; and terminating in a close spray of lilacs (?) and one large floral spray with petals and leaves appliquéd. Collar has a border of open-work shells above which is running floral designs surmounted by small dots.

Date
19th century
In our collection
since May the 25th, 2013 up to now
Dimensions
50 x 2 in. (127 x 5.08 cm) (irregular shape)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Linen; needle lace (Brussels Point de Gaze & Alençon)
Price
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Composition
cadmium39%
copper35%
oxygen26%