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Insertion fragment
Possibly Italian
16th–19th century
Medium/Technique
Linen; knotted net embroidered with linen thread with weaving stitch, (Filet)
Dimensions
Overall: 12.5 x 37 cm (4 15/16 x 14 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
By exchange with Miss Florence Colgate
Accession Number07.88
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionInsertion band of blue knotted net (filet), probably from furnishing fabric, with white embroidery, stylized flowers and leaves worked in a serpentine manner.
ProvenanceMiss Florence Colgate; MFA by exchange, January 15, 1907