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Bobbin Lace Sample

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a piece of bobbin lace. The lace is long and thin. The top edge has a scalloped shape. The lace features a repeating pattern of floral motifs and scrollwork. The lace is made up of a mesh background with intricate white thread designs. The bottom edge is a straight line of small loops. The lace is placed on a dark grey background. The image is bordered by white. The lace sample is by an unknown artist, and the title of the piece is "Bobbin Lace Sample".

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1812
Medium
Linen (?), bobbin lace
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 292 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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