Bobbin Lace Insertion

Cleveland Museum of Art

Off-white, intricately designed lace piece, titled "Bobbin Lace Insertion", by an unknown artist. The piece features a long, narrow, rectangular shape with a repeating pattern of floral motifs. The lace is made up of numerous small holes and loops, with a dense network of threads forming the intricate design. The top and bottom edges of the lace have a wavy, scalloped pattern. The floral motifs consist of a central circle surrounded by petal-like shapes, resembling a flower. The background of the image is solid black, providing high contrast to the lace. The lace appears to be made of a thin, delicate material, possibly cotton or linen. The overall design is symmetrical, with identical patterns repeating along the length of the piece.