Edging, c. 1600
Unknown artist, Italyexpand_more
Linen, silk and metal threads; lacis (embroidered knotted net); laceexpand_more
Gift of Countess Phelps Resseexpand_more 21.68
Not on Viewexpand_more
Notice how the direction of the embroidery stitches adds to the vitality of the design. The inclusion of metal thread would have made this a particularly expensive textile. In an inventory of England's first Queen Elizabeth's wardrobe, there is a notation of a gown made of material similar to this kind of fabric.
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