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Written by: Lucas HughesContributing Writer · Furniture & Decorative Arts
Carpets & Textiles · Catalogue no. 38443
Belgium, BrusselsLace Handkerchief
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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This Point de Gaze lace handkerchief is embroidered with an inscription in one corner: K- S- H 1888 t F. A. H. 1923 to K. B. H.
| Artist / Maker | Belgium, Brussels |
|---|---|
| Date | 1860–99 |
| Culture / Origin | Belgium, Brussels |
| Medium | Plain weave linen center; needle lace (point de gaze) edging |
| Dimensions | Average: 34.3 x 35.6 cm (13 1/2 x 14 in.) |
| Department | Textiles |
| Type | Lace |
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