Bobbin lace
Category
Costume
Date
circa 1850
Materials
Linen
Measurements
225 mm (H); 3030 mm (W)
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Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1152366
Summary
Bobbin lace. Linen bobbin lace from Flanders dated 1850 (circa). Fabric of undyed linen bobbin lace with straight repeating plant motifs; and straight footing, scalloped heading. Label 'Old lace given by - Mrs. J. Scott (Grandmama)'. The lace was packed with Simon IV's sash.
Provenance
Given by Phillip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Marks and inscriptions
On a label: Old lace given by - Mrs. J. Scott (Grandmama)