{"title":"Antique Religious \u0026 Liturgical Lace","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA collection of antique and vintage religious lace and textiles, including lace for albs and surplices, altar lace, church textiles and other pieces made for liturgical use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis collection comes from an antique shop in Flanders, Belgium, where we were fortunate to find a large selection of antique religious and liturgical textiles. It includes handmade lace, altar linens, albs, lace pieces for albs and other church textiles, many dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal antique pieces suitable for restoration, church use, collections, historical costume and textile projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-religious-large-handmade-lace-panel","title":"Large Religious Handmade Lace Panel","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ea wonderful, very large handmade religious lace piece, measuring 450 cm long by 30 cm wide, in excellent condition. There are no tears, holes, loose seams, or loose threads. Entirely handmade, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54920173617498,"sku":"Altar 1","price":330.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/359E659F-B508-4D87-B1AB-9D94DF9E8302.jpg?v=1791365477"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-border-altar2","title":"Antique Handmade Filet Lace Panel– Religious Altar Border – 200 × 30 cm","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade lace, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt appears to be embroidered filet lace, with repeating geometric and floral patterns and a scalloped edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossibly originally made for altar or church use, but also suitable for curtains, clothing, restoration and other textile projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 200 × 30 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCotton or linen, unconfirmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom an antique collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54931471761754,"sku":"Altar 2","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar1-9.jpg?v=1791459575"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-panel-altar3","title":"Antique Handmade Filet Lace Altar Frontal with Crosses \u0026 Tassels – 350 cm","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade filet lace panel, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA substantial, heavier piece, possibly originally made as an altar frontal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern features alternating crosses and decorative motifs throughout, with what appears to be a Chi-Rho (Christogram) symbol at the centre. Finished with a shaped lower edge, hanging tassel fringe and a plain fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 350 × 26 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very good antique condition. Some minor age marks, but the lace itself is in very good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cotton or linen (unconfirmed).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom an antique textile collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54931725320538,"sku":"Altar","price":205.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar3-2.jpg?v=1791461427"},{"product_id":"antique-religious-altar-lace-grapes-crosses-altar4","title":"Antique Handmade Religious Lace Border – Grapes \u0026 Crosses – 630 × 25 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade religious lace border, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very long piece featuring repeating crosses, grape bunches and vine leaves, worked with raised embroidery over an open net ground. The lace combines several decorative stitches and is finished with a shaped lower edge and a narrow fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes and crosses are traditional Christian symbols associated with the Eucharist, suggesting this piece was originally made for altar or church use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for altar linens, church textile restoration and other religious sewing projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 630 × 25 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cotton or linen (unconfirmed).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom an antique textile collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54931743015258,"sku":"Altar 4","price":450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar4-1_13c90da2-5780-4ae6-886a-8810b36d80a4.jpg?v=1791462691"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-tape-lace-with-embroidered-flowers-altar5","title":"Antique Handmade Tape Lace Panel with Embroidered Flowers – 250 × 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade lace border, probably dating from the late 19th or early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn unusual piece combining several lace techniques, including corded tape lace, openwork sections and embroidered fabric appliqué.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design features repeating floral medallions with raised embroidery, surrounded by interlacing patterns, fine connecting stitches and a decorative scalloped edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally made as a border for a larger textile, this piece could be used for altar linens, curtains, textile restoration or other sewing projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 250 × 30 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very good antique condition. Some age-related marks, but no visible holes or broken sections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ivory \/ off-white.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cotton or linen (unconfirmed).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom an antique textile collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54931848331610,"sku":"Altar 5","price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/IMG_6603.jpg?v=1791464595"},{"product_id":"antique-sacred-heart-jesus-religious-filet-lace-altar6","title":"Antique Handmade Religious Filet Lace Border – Sacred Heart of Jesus – 380 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade religious filet lace, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long piece of church lace featuring repeated crosses, small floral motifs and a French devotional inscription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Cœur Sacré de Jésus, j’ai confiance en vous”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sacred Heart of Jesus, I trust in You.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the centre of the piece is a single Sacred Heart emblem, decorated with what appears to be a crown of thorns. The lace has a scalloped lower edge and a plain fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossibly originally made for an altar frontal or another church textile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 380 × 16 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good antique condition, with some age marks and discoloration, particularly on the fabric heading. No holes or breaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cotton or linen (unconfirmed).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom an antique textile collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54931959611738,"sku":"Altar 6","price":175.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar6-1_ea5f2a9a-2048-4fb1-8bb8-40e44a43d7a2.jpg?v=1791466104"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-crochet-lace-border-fringe-altar7","title":"Antique Handmade Crochet Lace Border with Fringe – 340 × 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade crochet lace border, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long piece featuring an open geometric pattern with circular motifs, finished with knotted fringe along the lower edge and a woven fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossibly originally made for church or altar use, although the design has no specific religious symbols. It could also be repurposed for curtains, home textiles, clothing, decorative projects or antique textile restoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 340 × 30 cm, including fringe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good antique condition overall, with some small breaks and areas of damaged stitching in the crochet work. The fabric heading has visible age-related brown marks and a few small holes. The crochet lace itself has very little visible staining. Please examine the photographs for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Possibly cotton (not confirmed).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom an antique textile collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54932058931546,"sku":"Altar 7","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar7-3.jpg?v=1791466805"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-filet-lace-embroidered-border-altar8","title":"Antique Handmade Filet Lace with Mixed Embroidery Patterns – 320 × 23 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful example of antique handmade filet lace, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this long lace border particularly interesting is the variety of designs and embroidery techniques used throughout the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach square features a different pattern, combining geometric shapes, floral details, raised embroidery, woven fillings and delicate openwork. Some sections have densely worked motifs, while others use loose threads and decorative stitches to create a completely different texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe panels are arranged symmetrically along the length, with a distinctive central monogram-like motif. From the centre, the designs repeat in reverse order towards each end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with a wide, scalloped crochet lace edging, featuring an openwork pattern of interlocking loops and small decorative picots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossibly originally made for a church textile or altar decoration, although many of the individual motifs are decorative rather than specifically religious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 320 cm long × 23 cm wide (approximately 126 × 9 inches).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Probably early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade embroidered filet lace with a variety of decorative needlework techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural fibre, possibly cotton or linen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very good antique condition. Naturally aged, with no obvious holes or significant damage to the lace. Some small age marks and a red thread marker are visible on the fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as one complete antique piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54932226408794,"sku":"Altar 8","price":195.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar8-1.jpg?v=1791468109"},{"product_id":"antique-religious-filet-lace-ihs-monogram-altar9","title":"Antique Handmade Religious Filet Lace Panel with IHS Monogram – 450 × 25 cm","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long piece of antique handmade religious filet lace, measuring 450 cm in length and 25 cm in width.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorked on an open knotted net ground, this piece features two alternating religious motifs: an IHS monogram and a decorative cross with raised embroidery. The designs repeat along the length, with one central IHS motif.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe embroidery is particularly dense and substantial, with raised stitched details, decorative openwork sections and a scalloped lower edge. The original fabric heading remains attached.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very good antique condition, with no visible stains, holes or damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 450 × 25 cm (approximately 177 × 9.8 inches).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Probably early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade embroidered filet lace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large piece of traditional Catholic church lace, suitable for an altar frontal, liturgical textile collection or historical textile restoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54932363411802,"sku":"Altar 9","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar9-1.jpg?v=1791468951"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-floral-bobbin-lace-trim-altar10","title":"Antique Handmade Bobbin Lace Trim with Floral Pattern – 5.6 Metres","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long length of antique handmade lace border, measuring 5.6 metres, with a repeating floral and geometric design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern features small eight-petal flowers, openwork diamond shapes and diagonal bands, finished with a scalloped border of delicate loops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lace has an open structure, with different mesh patterns and woven details throughout. Its generous length makes it suitable for curtains, table linens, clothing, historical costume projects or other textile work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique: Likely handmade bobbin lace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod: Probably early 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Natural ivory \/ off-white\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 560 cm (5.6 metres)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 15 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as one complete length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936003019098,"sku":"Altar 10","price":130.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar10-7.jpg?v=1791527960"},{"product_id":"antique-religious-filet-lace-hearts-crosses-altar11","title":"Antique Handmade Religious Filet Lace with Hearts and Crosses – 420 × 13 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade filet lace featuring a repeating pattern of hearts, crosses and small floral motifs on an open net background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lace has a scalloped lower edge and an original fabric band along the top. It was likely made in the early 20th century and is suitable for altar linens, church textiles and restoration projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 420 cm long × 13 cm wide (approximately 165.4 × 5.1 inches).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition. The lace feels quite stiff, possibly from its original starching. Some loose threads are visible along the fabric heading (see picture), consistent with its age. No significant damage is apparent in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White to off-white.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne continuous antique piece, sold as shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936283349338,"sku":"Altar11","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar11-1.jpg?v=1791530278"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-geometric-openwork-lace-altar12","title":"Antique Handmade Bobbin Lace Trim – 315 × 13 cm","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade lace border, probably dating from the early 20th century, with a continuous geometric pattern of circular and oval motifs connected by openwork stitching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lace has a combination of dense woven sections and open threadwork, with a narrow scalloped lower edge. It is attached to its original fine fabric heading, approximately 5 cm wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely originally made for church or altar linen, although the pattern itself is not specifically religious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 315 cm long × 13 cm wide, including the fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good overall antique condition. Some light age-related discoloration and marks on the fabric heading, with occasional signs of previous stitching. The lace pattern appears well preserved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936394367322,"sku":"Altar","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar12-1.jpg?v=1791531835"},{"product_id":"antique-religious-filet-lace-crosses-fleur-de-lis-altar13","title":"Antique Handmade Religious Filet Lace with Fleur-de-Lis \u0026 Crosses – 360 × 18 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique handmade filet lace featuring a repeating pattern of fleurs-de-lis, ornamental crosses and scrolling motifs, worked into a fine knotted mesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design runs along a scalloped lower edge, with a plain fabric heading still attached. Its religious motifs make it suitable for an altar frontal, church linen or other liturgical textile project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA generous 3.6-metre length, preserved in very good antique condition, with a few small age-related spots on the fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique: Handmade filet lace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod: Likely early 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Off-white\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 360 cm (approx. 142 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal width: 18 cm (approx. 7.1 inches), including fabric heading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good antique condition, with minor age marks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as one complete piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936439587162,"sku":"Altar 13","price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar13-9.jpg?v=1791532910"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-religious-filet-lace-crosses-altar14","title":"Antique Handmade Religious Filet Lace Border with Crosses – 300 × 20 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long piece of antique handmade religious filet lace, featuring repeating cross motifs worked into a fine, open net.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design has pointed panels with crosses at their centres, smaller geometric motifs between them, and a deep scalloped lower edge. The lace is particularly fine and delicate, with a fabric band along the top featuring small eyelets for attachment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbably dating from the early 20th century, this piece may originally have been used as an altar frontal or another church textile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 300 cm long × 20 cm wide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent antique condition. The lace itself is well preserved, with no significant damage visible. There are some small brown age spots on the upper fabric band, as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural off-white.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely surviving piece of handmade ecclesiastical lace, suitable for its original religious purpose or for an antique textile collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936498798938,"sku":"Altar 14","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/IMG_6714.jpg?v=1791533762"},{"product_id":"antique-embroidered-net-lace-floral-pointed-edge-altar15","title":"Antique Hand Embroidered Net Lace Panel – 290 × 20 cm","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long piece of antique \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehand-embroidered net lace, probably dating from the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design features repeating stylised branches, fern-like leaves and small flowers worked over a fine ivory net background. The lower edge has a distinctive pointed zigzag shape, giving the lace a decorative finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely piece for antique textile collections, sewing projects, historical costumes, or decorative use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 290 cm (approximately 114 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 20 cm (approximately 7.9 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Natural ivory \/ off-white\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique: Hand-Embroidered net lace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Probably cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated period: Early 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one continuous piece, sold as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936545984858,"sku":"Altar 15","price":105.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar15-1.jpg?v=1791535083"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-floral-filet-lace-bobbin-insertion-altar16","title":"Antique Handmade Filet Lace with Bobbin Lace Insertion – Floral Pattern – 300 × 26 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely long piece of antique handmade filet lace with a repeating floral pattern, scrolling leaves and a shaped scalloped edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe filet lace is joined to a plain fabric heading by a narrow handmade bobbin lace insertion, combining two traditional lace-making techniques in one piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern repeats throughout the entire length, with no religious motifs. Originally made as a decorative textile border, it could be reused for curtains, table linens or other sewing and textile projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal length: 300 cm (approximately 118 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal width: 26 cm (approximately 10.2 inches), including fabric heading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilet lace width: 16 cm (approximately 6.3 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent antique condition. The lace is well preserved, with no significant damage observed. Please refer to the photographs for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Likely early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade filet lace with a handmade bobbin lace insertion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne complete antique piece, sold as shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936724373850,"sku":"Altar 16","price":115.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar16-2.jpg?v=1791539633"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-embroidered-net-lace-altar-border-altar17","title":"Antique Handmade Embroidered Net Lace Altar Border – 300 × 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long piece of antique handmade embroidered net lace, with a very fine, lightweight mesh and a repeating geometric pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design features small eight-pointed motifs arranged above a zigzag border. Although the pattern does not contain explicitly religious symbols, this type of lace was also used for church textiles and altar decorations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe embroidery is worked in a slightly heavier white thread, creating a clear contrast against the delicate net. Along the upper section is a narrow decorative insertion with small looped details, finished with a plain fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lace is soft, light and almost transparent, making it suitable for restoring antique church textiles, altar linens or other historical textile projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 300 cm long × 30 cm wide (approximately 118 × 11.8 inches), including the fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very good antique condition. The lace is well preserved, with a few loose threads visible at one end. Please examine the photographs for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Likely early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand embroidery on a fine net ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne complete antique piece, sold as shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936753701210,"sku":"Altar 17","price":140.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar17-2.jpg?v=1791540234"},{"product_id":"antique-handmade-filet-lace-altar-border-pointed-edge-altar18","title":"Antique Handmade Filet Lace Altar Border with Pointed Edge – 230 × 20 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique handmade filet lace border featuring repeating chalice-like motifs, heart-shaped details and a pointed scalloped edge. Likely originally intended for an altar linen or another church textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lace features openwork flowers and decorative motifs worked into a square net ground. Above the main lace is a narrow insertion with two rows of crossed threads, attached to a plain fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely dating from the early 20th century, this piece may originally have been made for an altar linen or another decorative household or church textile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely piece for antique textile restoration, church linens or historical sewing projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 230 cm long × 20 cm wide (approximately 90.5 × 7.9 inches), including the fabric heading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Great antique condition, well preserved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade filet lace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Likely early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne complete antique piece, sold as shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54936850497882,"sku":"Altar 18","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/files\/antique-handmade-filet-lace-religious-altar-border-altar18-1.jpg?v=1791540736"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2360\/7130\/collections\/359E659F-B508-4D87-B1AB-9D94DF9E8302.jpg?v=1791372653","url":"https:\/\/bobbinsandneedles.com\/collections\/antique-religious-liturgical-lace.oembed","provider":"Bobbins\u0026Needles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}