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Needlepoint (Point de Gaze) Lace Handkerchief

Cleveland Museum of Art

Square handkerchief with rounded corners, made of light gray fabric, possibly linen or cotton. The handkerchief has a large central plain area with a subtle grid pattern. A decorative border surrounds the handkerchief, made of intricate white lace. The lace features a repeating pattern of floral motifs and curved lines. The border is scalloped with a delicate design. Small floral motifs are scattered along the inner edge of the lace border. The handkerchief is set against a solid black background.

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899 × 900 px
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