Antique Handmade Irish Crochet Altar Lace Border – 327 × 20 cm

• Measurements: 327 × 20 cm (approx. 128.7 × 7.9 inches)
• Lace fiber: cotton or linen, unconfirmed
• Color: white
• Origin: from an antique collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.

Antique handmade Irish crochet lace border, featuring raised crosses and floral motifs connected by an openwork mesh with small picots and a scalloped lower edge.

Likely originally intended for an altar cloth or other church textile.

A plain fabric strip is sewn along the upper edge, possibly to facilitate attachment to a larger textile.

One complete antique piece, sold as shown.

Conditions:

Excellent antique condition. The crochet lace is well preserved, with no stains or tears. Some brown age marks are visible on the upper fabric strip.

Care Instructions:

- If washing at home: Hand wash separately in cold or lukewarm water with a mild soap.

- Avoid: Bleach, strong detergents, wringing, or tumble drying — these damage linen fibers and lace.

- Drying: Lay flat on a towel or line dry in the shade (avoid direct sun, which weakens fibers).

- Ironing: Use medium heat while the fabric is still slightly damp, with a pressing cloth if needed to protect the lace.