Bertha Collar in Mixed Brussels Bobbin and Needle Lace

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Object Details

maker

unknown

Description

This bertha collar is made in mixed Brussels needlepoint and bobbin lace techniques. The delicate rose motifs are made in needle lace and inserted in the dense floral designs made in bobbin lace. It is made of cotton thread and probably dates from the late 19th to early 20th century.

Location

Currently not on view

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs Albert E Bothe, in memory of Mrs. W. J. Lee Bradley (mother) and Miss E.M.Bradley (sister),1965

date made

1880-1910

ID Number

TE.T13635

catalog number

T13635

accession number

263100

Object Name

lace

bertha

lace, bertha

lace, bertha, collar

Object Type

lace

Physical Description

bobbin lace, needle lace (overall production method/technique)

cotton (overall material)

Measurements

overall around neckline: 38 in x 6 in; 96.52 cm x 15.24 cm

place made

Belgium

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Clothing & Accessories

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Data Source

National Museum of American History

Subject

Adornment

Cotton