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Bobbin lace
Trim
Spanish
Late 17th century
Medium/Technique
Gold and silver metallic thread bobbin lace
Dimensions
5.5 x 80 cm (2 3/16 x 31 1/2 in.); Legacy dimension: .80 x .055
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number02.482
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CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionGold and silver lace. One of the oldest Spanish laces of this type, which often looks like passementerie. Was used a great deal in churches and in the 18th century to trim ladies' dresses. A very close design.