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Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

A round ecru crocheted mat or doily. The design has a raised rose center with 12 daisy motifs around it. Outside of this is a chained net that connects the center motif to the outer design of large daisy medallions surrounded by circles. The outer edge of the mat has three petaled tulips joining. The crochet has been worked over a cord. Possibly Italian.

Made from:
Silk
Made in:
Italy
Date made:
19th c.-20th c.
Size:
17 in. (43.2 cm)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
45.368
Class:
Lace
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973