Circa 1880, Fine Brussels Lace Shawl w/ Point De Gaze

A lovely and fine Brussels shaped triangular lace shawl with a large oval vignette filled with hand-made ground and the traditional three-dimensional large roses. The ornate bobbin lace has raised details on the ornate scrollwork.

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Magnificent Brussels Lace Oval Wedding Veil

A magnificent Brussels lace oval wedding veil with a rare and unusual design comprised of the finest quality Brussels Duchesse and Rosepoint lace. This amazing veil measures 3 yards and 24" long. The quality of the lace is excellent, a superb piece for the lace collector or the bride.

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Rare & Exquisite Blonde Chantilly Lace Bedspread w/ Cherubs

A museum piece! The most exquisite hand-made blonde chantilly lace bedspread that I have ever seen. The lace was never really made into such large pieces so this must have been a special commision where money was simply not an issue. Large needlepoint cherubs with beautiful faces are worked at the top, with ornate vases and flowers throughout the bedspread.

Fine Brussels Point De Gaze Lace Hankerchief

A fine and elegant Brussels Point De Gaze hankerchief. The design is quite beautiful with large florals in each corner, and lovely flowers and leaves filled with fine needlepoint fillings and scattered Point De Esprit throughout the hankerchief.. Excellent design is combined with quality workmanship.

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Rare 18th C. Figural Lace Lappets

Circa 1700's, a rare and superb pair of Flemish lace lappets depicting the God Neptune and the water nymph Amphitrite who later became his consort. The Queen of the Sea holds a conch to her lips, perhaps to soothe Neptune, who was prone to rage. The lappets are beautifully worked with an excellent design, and are simply a work of art. Each lappet measures apprx. 14" by 3 3/4" each. Excellent condition.

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Exquisite 19th C. Brussels Applique Shawl

Circa late 1800's, a superb and ornate Brussels Applique shawl completely encrusted with work. Lovely florets and leaves are worked closely together throughout the central area, with a wide elaborate border all around the scalloped edges of the veil. A stunning wedding veil with superior workmanship.

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Superb 19th C. Brussels Point De Gaze Collar

A truly beautiful Brussels Point De Gaze Bertha collar with excellent workmanship, with apprx. forty-five roses that are three-dimensional. A lovely array of fine needlepoint fillings that have various designs are in the connecting garlands. Also with meandering flowers and leaf design and then finished off with scattered Point De Esprit. The ground is handmade, always a sign of the best in Brussels lace

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Elegant Brussels Lace Hankerchief

The design on this Brussels lace hankerchief is quite enchanting. The design is very pleasing and the quality of the bobbin lace is excellent. The finest Point De Gaze and needlepoint fillings complete this excellent hankerchief. Measuring apprx. almost 14".

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Ornate Brussels Lace Hankerchief w/ Point De Gaze

A very pretty hankerchief! The Point De Gaze roses in each corner have the traditional three-dimensional petals, and the quality pf the bobbin lace work is extremely fine and delicate. A lovely design and fine workmanship on this lovely hankerchief which measures apprx. 14".

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Rare 18th C. Flemish Bobbin Lace Capback

Circa 1740's, a exquisite bobbin lace capback with exceptional workmanship, and a superb design. The design consists of a central oval vignette filled with flowers and surrounded by elongated leaves and small flower motifs. Many of the leaves and flowers have fine cordonnet and the capback is further enhanced by an assortment of fine grounds. This piece was once part of the Minnesota Museum's collection that was deaccessioned in 1983. A exceptional capback, ideal for the discerning collector.

$ 750.00

Lovely Irish Needlepoint Hankerchief

Circa late 1800's-early 1990's, a very beautiful Irish needlepoint hankerchief. An excellent quality of needlework with a pretty design of densely worked flowers, and the name "Maude" which has been beautifully embroidered in one corner. Measuring apprx. 12 1/2", and in good condition.

$ 250.00

Rare 18th C. Dresden Shawl Collar & Engageantes

Circa 1700's, a rare set of elaborate Dresden whitework collar and engageantes. It is almost impossible to find a complete set, so a wonderful addition to a museum or serious lace collection. The engageante or sleeve ruffle was an important costume accessory during the later part of the 17th Century and into the 18th Century. The finest work was made in Saxony, this is a beautiful example of the finest of Dresden work.

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Exquisite 19th C. Brussels Lace Sleeves

A beautiful pair of 19th C. Brussels lace sleeves! The bobbin lace has a elaborate design, with excellent workmanship throughout. There is a large shaped vignette filled with a Point De Gaze rose that has three-dimensional petals. A elegant and refined example of the best of Brussels lace. In good, unused condition.

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Fine 19th C. Irish Handmade Lace Wedding Veil

Circa late 1800's, a fine Irish or English wedding veil with a very pretty border of delicate flowers and undulating leaves. The veil measures apprx. 69"-70" (176-177 cm). The design is quite elegant and the quality of workmanship is excellent. A fine, elegant veil for the bride.

$ 495.00

Fine 19th C. Brussels Duchese Lace Collar

A lovely and unusual design on this Brussels lace collar! Fine clusters of flowers alternate with boughs of leaves that have delicate raised veining on the leaves. Measuring apprx. 52" by 5" wide. The clusters of flowers and leaves produce a extremely attractive design.

$ 225.00

Circa 1730, Fine Brussels Lace Lappets

A excellent pair of Brussels Bobbin lace lappets with a rich design of large decorative urns overflowing with flowers that meander their way to the top of the lappets. The linen threads used for Brussels lace were exceptionally fine, and it is said that the lace was spun in a damp atmosphere with only a ray of light that was allowed on the thread while it was spun.

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Elegant Tambour Lace Wedding Veil

A wonderful large English or Irish tambour lace wedding veil measuring apprx. 80" by 75". The design is extremely refined with an abundance of Point De Esprit, lovely flowers, and a wide border of scrollwork and flowers. In good condition.

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Elegant French Normandy Lace w/ Brussels Lace

A striking piece and an unusual combination of laces. Beautiful "Fond De Bonet" whitework medallion is surrounded by fine Buckinghamshire and Brussels lace with Point De Gaze roses. An early French example, the quality is of the highest order with quite superb quality of whitework. A charming piece with quality design and workmanship.

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Circa 1900's, Elegant Brussels Wedding Veil

Circa early 1900's, a very elegant Brussels lace wedding veil measuring 95" by almost 80" wide. Undulating flowers and leaves around the edges of the veil are enhanced by a more dense design on the train, with scattered Point De Esprit throughout the veil. A lovely ethereal wedding veil for the bride.

$ 595.00

Superb Brussels Point De Gaze Hankerchief

Circa late 1800's, a very beautiful Brussels Point De Gaze hankerchief with a very wide edging. The design is excellent with large leaves and also florals and scrollwork. Measuring apprx. 15 1/2". Fine hankerchief linen is surrounded by almost 7" of lace at widest part. A lovely hankerchief for bride or for Brussels collector

$ 550.00

Fine Needlepoint Pillowcase w/ Heraldic Coat of Arms

Circa 1915, this superb pillowcase was one of the two items presented to Frederic Chatfield by the Lace Makers of Belgium, who wished to show their gratitude for his help during the German occupation. Chatfield worked closely with Herbert Hoover during the war delivering humanitarian aid through "The Commission for Relief'"in Belgium. The crest is the Coat of Arms for Belgium.

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Exquisite Triangular Lace Shawl

A very beautiful and fine Irish or Brussels lace shawl. The shawl is extremely ornate with a large floral design and scrollwork, and masses of lovely flowers and meandering vines. Measuring apprx. 78" long and 39" at widest part.

$ 850.00

Superb Flounce of Brussels Lace w/ Point De Gaze

A lovely long flounce of Brussels lace with vignettes filled with Point De Gaze flowers. It is quite rare to find such a good length, measuring apprx. 152" by 9" wide, or 386 cm by 23 cm. A ornate design and good workmanship.

$ 795.00

Circa 1900, Fine Tambour Lace Skirt

Circa 1900, A very pretty tambour lace skirt with a ornate and full design. The lace skirt has a good volume to it, enhanced also by the silk lining. A very beautiful trellis design and wide ruffle that tapers with a longer measurement at the back.

$ 795.00

Elegant 19th C. Brussels Collar w/ Point De Gaze

A harmonious design! A light and delicate in the bobbin lace, with lovely flowers that have raised work. Meandering vines, leaves, and scrollwork is further enhanced by shaped vignettes containing Point De Gaze roses with tiny three-dimensional petals. A graceful and delicate design with good quality workmanship.

$ 225.00