Pair of Lace (Wrapping) Tassels

Cleveland Museum of Art

Pair of Lace (Wrapping) Tassels by Anni Albers. A white, teardrop-shaped lace tassel hangs from a thread against a dark background. The tassel is made of numerous tiny, tightly coiled loops of white lace that are densely packed together, with some areas appearing slightly lighter or more textured than others. The top of the tassel comes to a narrow point where it is attached to a thin thread. The overall shape is irregular, with some loops extending further out than others, giving it a dynamic and organic appearance.