Chalice veil, 16th century, Italian, Linen, needle lace (punto in aria), a) H. 22 x W. 22 in. ( x ), Textiles-Laces

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Chalice veil, 16th century, Italian, Linen, needle lace (punto in aria), a) H. 22 x W. 22 in. ( x ), Textiles-Laces, Punto in aria—literally, 'stitches in the air'—is one of the earliest styles of needle lace, which is itself developed from cutwork of primarily geometric design. When lacemakers transitioned to using a foundation of threads laid out according to a pattern drawn on parchment, they were able to incorporate more fluid lines and curves into their designs

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