Lace Strip, c. 1600 (edging added later)
Unknown artist, Italy (?)expand_more
Linen; embroidered knotted net (Lacis); laceexpand_more
The Tess E. Armstrong Fundexpand_more 97.113.1
Not on Viewexpand_more
Knotted net was a textile which had been used by fishers and trappers since ancient times. In the 16th century, refined versions with small grid structures were developed to be used by embroiderers as a ground fabric as they created fashionable new fabrics. Using a simple darning stitch, fanciful patterns, which related to the popular design aesthetic of the day, could easily be developed.
As can be seen by the examples displayed here, a variety of colors and materials were used, but linen white work was particularly popular. This embroidery technique, frequently associated with lace styles, is often called lacis.
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