Ñandutí Needle Lace Collar

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Object Details

maker

unknown

Description

This collar is made in the Ñandutí technique with cotton thread. The motifs are circular and semi-circular and two strips are joined to make the collar. Probably made in Paraguay, South America. Ñandutí lace is made on a foundation fabric, which is removed later. Lace making was introduced to Paraguay by the Spaniards in the mid 1600's.

Location

Currently not on view

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. Oliver Murray, 1970

date made

1880-1900

ID Number

TE.T15212

catalog number

T15212

accession number

290897

Object Name

lace

lace, collar

Object Type

lace

Physical Description

cotton (overall material)

Measurements

overall at neckline: 14 in x 7 in; 35.56 cm x 17.78 cm

overall outside edge: 35 in x 7 in; 88.9 cm x 17.78 cm

place made

Paraguay

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Data Source

National Museum of American History

Subject

Adornment