Needle Lace Collection

Point de Venise lace (chromolitho)
1093891 Point de Venise lace (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Point de Venise lace)

Fragment of a Sampler, England, 1669. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of a Sampler, England, 1669

Flounce, France, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Flounce, France, 1701/25

Two Fragments (Border), France, 1765 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Two Fragments (Border), France, 1765/75

Fragment (Border), France, 1725 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Border), France, 1725/50

Sleeve Ruffle (Engageante) and Lappets (Joined), France, 1740s. Creator: Unknown
Sleeve Ruffle (Engageante) and Lappets (Joined), France, 1740s

Pair of Lappets (Joined), France, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Lappets (Joined), France, 1875/1900

Border, France, 1725 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Border, France, 1725/75

Pair of Lappets, France, 1750s. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Lappets, France, 1750s

Flounce, France, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Flounce, France, c. 1700

Lappet, France, 1780s. Creator: Unknown
Lappet, France, 1780s

Panel, France, 1801 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Panel, France, 1801/50

Border, France, 1860s. Creator: Unknown
Border, France, 1860s

Border, France, 1801 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Border, France, 1801/25

Border, France, 1780s / 90s. Creator: Unknown
Border, France, 1780s/90s

Pair of Lappets (Joined), France, 1880s. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Lappets (Joined), France, 1880s

Border, France, 1800 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Border, France, 1800/25

Sleeve Ruffle (Engageante), France, 1775 / 1800. Creator: Unknown
Sleeve Ruffle (Engageante), France, 1775/1800

Border, France, 1820s. Creator: Unknown
Border, France, 1820s

Alencon lace (chromolitho)
1093893 Alencon lace (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alencon lace. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

English needle lace (chromolitho)
1093896 English needle lace (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English needle lace)

Point d Argentan lace (chromolitho)
1093897 Point d Argentan lace (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Point d Argentan lace)

Point Colbert lace (chromolitho)
1093895 Point Colbert lace (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Point Colbert lace)

Cloth with Floral and Vegetal Patterns, 1560-1600. Creator: Unknown
Cloth with Floral and Vegetal Patterns, 1560-1600. The artistic creativity and technical fineness achieved by expert needlewomen are illustrated by this spectacular cover with richly varied needle

Cloth with One Figure of a Woman Carrying a Cross Surrounded by Floral and Vegetal Patterns, 18th century

Cloth with Unicorns, Dragons, Other Animals, and Floral Patterns, 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Cloth with Unicorns, Dragons, Other Animals, and Floral Patterns, 1800s. Scattered throughout this textile are depictions of both real and imaginary animals

Cloth with Border of Crowned Double-Headed Eagles with Various Emblems, Birds... 19th century
Cloth with Border of Crowned Double-Headed Eagles with Various Emblems, Birds, and Other Animals, 19th century

Corner Fragment with a Variety of Patterns, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Corner Fragment with a Variety of Patterns, 19th century

Border with Renaissance Motif, early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Border with Renaissance Motif, early 19th century

Border with Mounted and Standing Figures, Chariots, and Animals, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Border with Mounted and Standing Figures, Chariots, and Animals, 19th century

Border with Floral Motifs, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Border with Floral Motifs, 19th century

Border with Double-Headed Birds and Vases with Vines and Flowers, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Border with Double-Headed Birds and Vases with Vines and Flowers, 19th century

Border with Crowned and Double-Headed Birds, 18th-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Border with Crowned and Double-Headed Birds, 18th-19th century

Chalice Veil with Monogram of Christ, 1500s. Creator: Unknown
Chalice Veil with Monogram of Christ, 1500s. Lauren Maceross, a graduate student at Case Western Reserve University, has identified this as a veil used to cover the chalice that holds the wine until

Panel with Panthers, Birds, and Floral Motifs, 18th-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel with Panthers, Birds, and Floral Motifs, 18th-19th century

Panel with a Pattern of Trees and Unidentified Animals, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel with a Pattern of Trees and Unidentified Animals, 19th century

Cover with Border of Abstract Floral Motifs, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover with Border of Abstract Floral Motifs, 18th century

Cuff with Floral Vines, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Cuff with Floral Vines, 19th century

Panel Lions Birds Floral Motifs 18th-19th century
Panel with Lions, Birds, and Floral Motifs, 18th-19th century. Russia, Nizhniy Novgorod, 18th-19th century. Needle lace, filet/lacis (knotted ground and darned in one and two directions)

Cloth Floral Vegetal Patterns 1560-1600 Italy
Cloth with Floral and Vegetal Patterns, 1560-1600. Italy, 16th century. Needle lace, filet/lacis (knotted ground and darned in two directions), alternating reticella squares (open cutwork)

By a lace insert. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Architecture, History and Art, Vladimir

Folding fan with a sheet of tulle, on which bobbin and needle lace is appliqued and musical angels are painted with tempera, on a pearl frame, L. Stouder, Anonymous, Anonymous, c. 1880 - c. 1900

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"Needle Lace: A Timeless Artistry Unveiled" Step into the world of exquisite needle lace, where delicate threads intertwine to create intricate masterpieces. Dating back centuries, this captivating art form has left behind a trail of stunning creations that continue to mesmerize us today. A mere fragment from a sampler in England, circa 1669, reveals the early origins of needle lace. Crafted by an unknown creator, it showcases the meticulous skill and patience required to fashion such intricate patterns. Traveling across borders to France in 1701/25, we encounter a flounce whose creator remains shrouded in mystery. Its ethereal beauty enchants with its graceful motifs and fine craftsmanship—a testament to the enduring allure of needle lace. Two fragments from France between 1765/75 showcase delicate borders crafted by an anonymous artisan. These remnants transport us back in time as we marvel at their timeless elegance and attention to detail. Intriguingly named "Sleeve Ruffle (Engageante) and Lappets (Joined), " these French pieces from the 1740s evoke images of opulent gowns adorned with cascading lace accents. The nameless creator's expertise is evident in every meticulously stitched fold and curve. Moving forward through history, we encounter a pair of lappets from France dating between 1875/1900—yet another enigma awaiting discovery. Their harmonious design exudes sophistication while reflecting changing trends over time. A border piece originating from France around 1725/75 captivates with its ornate motifs intricately woven together by an unknown artist's skilled hands. Each stitch tells a story—a testament to the rich heritage preserved within this craft. The French artisans' mastery shines through once again with a pair of lappets hailing from the mid-18th century.