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Needlepoint (Point de Gaze) Lace Handkerchief

Cleveland Museum of Art

Square piece of beige lace with floral pattern on a black background. The lace is made of beige-colored thread and features an intricate floral design with flowers, leaves, and paisley motifs. The lace has a scalloped edge and is bordered on all four sides by the same floral pattern. The center of the lace is a light beige color with a slightly textured appearance. The background behind the lace is solid black. The lace appears to be a type of needlepoint or point de gaze lace, given the title. The overall design is symmetrical, with identical patterns on each side of the square. The lace is likely a handkerchief, based on its size and shape.

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898 × 900 px
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