Flat Collar with Plain Linen Jabot and Needle Lace

Small scale Venetian needle lace was enormously popular for collars in the late 17th century. Characteristic are the scrolling floral patterns, amid which are incorporated all manner of details. The tiny vines and petals worked in relief almost seem to grow from the lace.

Flat Collar with Plain Linen Jabot and Needle Lace

Small scale Venetian needle lace was enormously popular for collars in the late 17th century. Characteristic are the scrolling floral patterns, amid which are incorporated all manner of details. The tiny vines and petals worked in relief almost seem to grow from the lace.