£150
Antique lace: a quantity of 18th and 19th century needle and bobbin lace, featuring a Youghal needle lace lappet, the narrow strip to the centre backed with cream net, approx. 88 cm by 7 cm at the widest; a small fragment of exceptionally fine needle lace, possibly 17th century, with later header, approx. 34 cm by 3cm; a good length of fine Point de Venise, approx. 32 cm by10 cm; together with approx. 438 by 10 cm of tape lace with good fillings; a deeper length of tape lace, formed with 3 joined panels, the ends turned as if used for a scarf, approx. 86 cm by 22 cm; another fragment of needle lace, the design incorporating flowers; a 19th century pointed needle lace collar with added bobble fringing; a length of bobbin edging; two extremely fine fragments with finished ends, possibly Devon/Honiton, each approx. 39 cm by 5cm; a hairpin work mat; a length of bobbin edging; and 3 panels of Milanese lace, one shaped, two rectangular (13) (Shipping category D)
The point de Venise has some slight damage, perhaps 7 breaks to the edge and one where brides have broken, otherwise in good condition for age. Several dark spots on the tape lace, but firm.
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
24% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
27.6% inc VAT*
