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Cutwork shirt, lace

Italian
16th–17th century

Medium/Technique Linen, lace
Dimensions 70 cm (27 9/16 in.); Legacy dimension: 0.70 sleeve from neckline 0.58 L. of shirt from neckline
Credit Line Gift of the Estate of Mrs. Sarah Scott Binney
Accession Number26.265
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ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionHeavy linen with bands of cut-work and punto reale in design of interweaving diagonal lines along sleeves and across shoulders. Punto avorio used for joining seams. Narrow bobbin lace edges the neck.