H x W: 10 × 388 cm (3 15/16 in. × 12 ft. 8 3/4 in.)
Type:
lace
Border
Made in:
Belgium or France
Date:
early 19th century
Catalogue Status:
Research in Progress
Description:
Mechlin border with the upper part showing floral sprays and leaf ornaments with little squares sprinkled over the field. The lower part has an openwork band with medallions and a scalloped border of pendant flowers.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. George Nichols from the collection of her mother, Mrs. J.P. Morgan