Antique Flanders Lace, Drooping Roses, Central Lattice Embroidery, Doily
65.14 $
Description
A small doily/coaster with Flanders lace edging, purchased in France, from the late 19th century.
The center is made of sheer, lightweight (lawn) fabric woven with very fine threads. It is extremely light, smooth, and soft to the touch. The cutwork and overcast embroidery, resembling crosses or diagonal hedges, are refreshingly cool.
Emerging mysteriously within the white embroidered mesh is a rose ground formed by threads... a rose with drooping head, a rose and flower head...?
Abstract, mysterious, and delightful motifs such as ribbons, hearts, flags, buds, sprouts, leaves, plants... and even figures, sometimes called monkeys.
A 5-hole mesh resembling a diamond surrounded by small dots.
A delicate and lovely picot lace trim adorns the entire rim.
The threads have a slight sheen and luster, suggesting linen or a cotton-linen blend. The front and back are almost indistinguishable and equally beautiful.
The color is an elegant ivory, a gentle, nuanced ecru. It is a lighter tone than the doily I will be listing next.
Please excuse any slight errors in the amateur measurements of this handmade item:
13.6-13.4 cm
Fabric diameter: 8.3-8.4 cm
Approximately 1-2g
There are signs of repair at the seams, but it is in beautiful condition with no stains. It has been cleaned and is hygienic. Please excuse any minor oversights in this old handmade item.
To preserve its color and texture, we recommend a quick wash with natural soap and immediate drying.
It also makes a lovely display for objects, vases, or small dolls.
This is a traditional art craft that spread in the 19th century as a successor to Valenciennes lace and Flemish/Mechelen lace from the 16th century onwards. It is characterized by its delicate and elegant style, where intricate relief patterns are created from a lacy, dense mesh base using small bobbins. It boasts a history of being admired and loved by royalty, nobles, and clergy throughout Europe.
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Antique Flanders Lace Drooping Rose Head Square Doily Tea Towel
Details
CategoryCraftConditionNo noticeable scratches or marksShippingIncluded in price (by seller)FromKanagawa
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Delivery in 24/48 h
SHIPPINGS
Free shipping in Spanish mainland, Balearic Islands and Portugal.
For other countries the shipping cost will be paid by the client.
DELIVERY TIME (as of delivery)
Spanish mainland, Balearic Islands and Portugal: 1-2 working days.
Other countries, we attach a table with those that are open in the online store, indicating transporter and transit days.
Free returns
The return period is 14 calendar days from the receipt of the order.
Carriers for change of size in Spanish mainland, Balearic Islands and Portugal, are in charge of 24HRS.