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Lace handkerchief
Italian
about 1930
Medium/Technique
Linen with linen bobbin lace appliquéd on net
Dimensions
23.5 x 23 cm (9 1/4 x 9 1/16 in. )
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Gertrude Townsend
Accession Number34.4
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CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsPersonal accessories
DescriptionLinen center with shaped circular border worked in the manner of late 18th century Burano lace, with delicate roses on fine mesh. The pattern was said to be that used on bridal lace for Mussolini's daughter.
ProvenanceBought by the donor in June 1930 at the Scuola Merletti di Burano, on the Island of Burano. The pattern was said to be that used on bridal lace for Mussolini's daughter.