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Handkerchief — Belgium

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Written by: Ingrid KhalilContributing Writer · Furniture & Decorative Arts
Asian Art · Catalogue no. 208985
Belgium

Handkerchief

StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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Artist / MakerBelgium
Date1850/75
Culture / OriginBelgium
MediumLinen, plain weave; edged with cotton and linen, mixed lace known as "Brussels application lace:" bobbin and needle laces applied to machine-made net
Dimensions37 × 37.8 cm (14 1/2 × 14 7/8 in.)
DepartmentTextiles
TypeTextile
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