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Fichu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Beige-colored lace neckpiece, Fichu, by unidentified artist. The piece has a U-shaped design with intricate floral patterns and swirling shapes throughout. The lace features a repeating pattern of interconnected loops and curves. The top edge of the lace is scalloped. The background of the image is dark brown or black. The lace appears to be made of a delicate, off-white material, possibly cotton or silk. The overall shape resembles a half-circle or a crescent. The lace has a dense, intricate design with no visible gaps or open spaces.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
[no medium available]
Culture
British
Dimensions
599 × 366 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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