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Needlepoint (Point de Gaze) Cap

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Needlepoint (Point de Gaze) Cap by an unknown artist is a piece of off-white lace. The lace features intricate floral patterns and scrollwork throughout. It has a symmetrical design with a central motif that is mirrored on either side. The lace is composed of various shapes, including flowers, leaves, and teardrops. There are areas of open mesh fabric and areas densely packed with stitching. The edges of the lace are scalloped. The background of the image is black. The lace appears to be a long, horizontal piece.

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900 × 345 px
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