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Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

An ecru needlerun lace cuff edging for a pantalette undergarment. The design is of a tulip and poppy flanking a garland of flowers. This repeat is every 7 inches. The top of the piece has been cut from a beige crepe pleated fabric. The lower edge is formed in a scallop design by the flower patter.

Made from:
Silk
Made in:
Unknown
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
10.2 × 101.6 cm (4 × 40 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
45.533
Class:
Lace
Signature marks:
inscription Enclosing piece of own lace---- Front of envelope the lace was in. This is handwritten in blue ink.
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973