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Rare border in Reticella and spindle lace, 16th...

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Rare border in Reticella and spindle lace, 16th and early 17th century. Very nice example of a border composed of two parts, the upper part in Reticella with fine geometric composition dating from the second half of the sixteenth century the lower part in lace ''Van Dyck'' spindles to decorate the rosette, circa 1610-20. Italy. Linen, cream color (good condition, scattered stains) Dim. 145 cm x 14,5 cm at the widest. In: "Apropos Patterns" Mrs. Margaret Abegg, p. 88 & 89