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Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

A triangular ecru Honiton bobbin lace shawl. The unique design of the shawl is of naturalistic flowers and ribbons. At the center neck edge is a large bow with a center axis below. The design has multiple flowers and ferns, ivy, lilacs and roses. There is a plaited bar with picots that joins it all. This is a superb piece of lace.

Made from:
Silk
Made in:
Unknown
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
127 × 289.6 cm (50 × 114 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
45.525
Class:
Lace
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973