Lappet apparently formed from a border, as the motifs are directional sideways rather than up and down, as would be expected for a lappet. The side edges also do not match. What makes the piece so remarkable, however, is the Argentina background mesh. It clearly was not contemporary with the motifs -- but apparently a later work. What would be expected is a simpler rather than a more complex mesh - or a machine mesh. The buttonhole raised edge also appears to be a later addition. From both a lacemaking and historic standpoint, it is a really extraordinary study piece. About 34 inches long, about 3 1/2 wide.
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