Fragment (of a Band?) with Floral Pattern, 16th century. Italy, 16th century. Needle lace, filet/lacis (knotted ground and darned in two directions); bleached linen (est.); overall: x cm (4 3/16 x 6 1/16 in.). Lace was often used in large quantities to produce opulent effects of light and contrasting texture. Bands of this width may have originally adorned a woman’s skirt or petticoat, heightening the design and overall impact with its rich floral pattern.

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