Antique Handmade Religious Filet Lace Border with Cross Motifs – 70 × 20 cm

• Measurements: 70cm long x 20cm wide (approximately 27.6 × 7.9 inches)
• Lace fiber: cotton or linen, unconfirmed
• Color: off-white
• Origin: from an antique collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.

Likely dating from the early 20th century, this piece may originally have been made for an altar linen or another decorative household or church textile.

This is a short section cut from a longer religious lace border, suitable for restoring antique church textiles or repurposing for sewing, clothing and other textile projects.

Antique handmade embroidered filet lace border with repeating cross motifs, small flowers and geometric patterns.

One complete antique piece, sold as shown.

Condition:

Very good antique condition, with no holes and only a few small age marks, as shown in the photographs.

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.