Vintage Victorian Estate Needle Lace Doily Runner 19x28" Fine Roses & Crochet GP

Vintage Estate Cream colored Needle Lace Big Doily or Runner
with edging of fine thread crochet - Victorian era  Delicate and Beautiful Work from Germany  GP
Beautiful big roses on oval doily



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I am beginning to list the contents of an estate that dates back well into the 1870s and reflects all the beautiful needlework of that era.  All will be listed with a GP in title, so will be easily searchable.

Estate reflects several sets of grandmothers and great grandmothers and we will furnish the names after purchase so that credit can be given for the makers and owners of these beautiful Victorian items.  I want to get the items on fairly quickly, (many monogramed linens here) so will identify owners later.

Estate is fantastic.  Many items I have never seen before, much less offered for sale in my linen store.  More items than we can count right now.

Estate includes handmade lace handkerchiefs, collars (many), doilies, edging, runners, trims from dresses/blouses, and shams (many).  Embroidered bags, doilies, tableclothes and napkins, many early damask.  Victorian calf leather gloves, storage bags, handbags and more.  Many items handmade, many items from France, Ireland, Germany, and more. 

Background:  this family immigrated from Germany to US in the late 1930s just prior to World War II and brought their complete household with them.  Both were physicians.  Both brought family items that date back to 1870s and in beautiful condition despite the age.  Only a very few items can be classified as "cutters", meaning  items that can be used for crafts, framing, or whatever you please.  I know many of you ladies love the old laces so I plan to list even the less than perfect items just for you.

Most of these items are handmade, and I sure brushed up on my lace education so that I can give you correct information. To let you know the quality here, some of the clothing items are going to a speciality auction next year! 

I will add information as I get it on all items, and again will furnish the names of the original owners as well.  

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Needle lace is made what appears to be linen or cotton threads.  Cream color that is so light is looks like soft white with touch of cream.  Edging is crochet netting, about  1 1/2" wide.  Often the edges of needle lace fray or tear so nice touch to have reinforced edge with crochet.  Light weight, delicate and fine weight.  Design is six roses and leaves.

Usually the doilies and runners made of needle lace are much are far less delicate, they were made in 1940s or are Chinese imports.  This is made in Europe, very delicate and beautiful.

Measurements:  19x28"  is an oval shape

Colors: very very light cream color.

Fiber: fine weight linen or cotton threads for the needle lace, and  fine weight cotton crochet thread for the edging.

Age:  I am no expert, I am guessing somewhere between 1870s and 1900 based on the very complex and beautiful work.

Condition: very good for its age (130 years +).  No stains or smudging after all these years!  Looks good enough to just put in place.  A gentle hand wash will remove any dust that has accumulated in storage.

Beautiful older doily or runner in beautiful hand made needle lace.  More to come from this estate.  Search for GP to see the collection.  
 
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International buyers welcome, but payment by Paypal only (contact me if a problem).

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