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Bruges Berthe

Dramatic wearable 19th Century Bruges bobbin lace berthe.

Very good condition. As with any century-old lace, there will be a broken bar or two.

Size: about 6 inches deep, about 36 inches long on the inside edge.


FL-PB8-B1$175.00

Detail of Bruges laceDetail of Bruges laceThe style and arrangement of the background connecting bars are very distinctive in Bruges bobbin lace -- they typically are braided double bars accented with picots.

Large, simple and bold flowers and scrolls also are typical of Bruges lace.