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Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Two ecru Bucks type machine edgings. The design is of scrolling leaves that form peaks every 8 inches across the edging that alternate with a narrow hem edge design of a garland of three flowers. The peaks are three pointed and have as a design three flowers within. All of this is set on a mesh background of various types. The lower edge of the edgings are undulating scallops. There is a needle run cordonnet outling the design elements.

Made from:
Silk
Made in:
Unknown
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
42.5 cm (16 3/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
45.556.1-2
Class:
Lace
Signature marks:
tag from/Massage/Room/2nd floor/Hillwood/45.444 Written on tissue in which the items were wrapped. This was written in blue ink, except for 45.444 which was written in pencil.
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973