17 inches long, 4 inches wide. Just over one complete pattern repeat. Meandering ribbon-like design with connecting bars is typical of Milanese bobbin lace -- and also Flemish of about the same 18th century period. Some specific detail, however, suggest this is Milanese not Flemish. The top edge, or footside, is often a continuous part of the design in Milanese. EF-PH2-1$65.00 Details of Milanese bobbin laceNote how the tape-like clothwork extends from the top of the main motifs to form the footside, which connects to the next motif. The tape typically doubles back on itself, and is connected with "sewings". Detail of connecting barsThere typically is a great deal of variation and innovation in how the connecting bars join the sections of tape.