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Bobbin lace back of a cap
Flemish
18th century
Medium/Technique
Linen, bobbin lace
Dimensions
28.2 x 19 cm (11 1/8 x 7 1/2 in.); Legacy dimension: .18 x .26
Credit Line
Gift of Henry W. Bliss
Accession Number23.706
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBack of cap made up of straight pieces sewed together. A design of flowers and undulating bands on mesh of the cinq-trous or carrelage variety. (The center hole is much larger than the other four.)
ProvenanceMrs. John Marshall Collection