Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60

Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique Lace Shawl 1850 -60

Code: 10427

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This is a large triangular needlelace applique shawl, dating from around 1850 - 60. It has delicate needlelace applique on a fine machine net. Interesting design, reminiscent of a Kashmiri shawl, with a teardrop motif to centre back, floral border and allover flower sprig pattern. It drapes beautifully. Mid cream colour. 

It measures  184 cms x 184 cms x 290 cms. 

There is some fragility to top neck area with scattered small holes ( see last photograph). There is also the occasional small hole and darn in the body of the shawl, apart from this good condition and up to gentle wear. 

Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60
Antique 19th Century Needlelace Applique  Lace Shawl 1850 -60