Antique Floral Guipure Lace Border – 380 × 35 cm

• Measurements: 380 × 35 cm (approx. 149.6 × 13.8 inches)
• Lace fiber: cotton or linen, unconfirmed
• Color: beige
• Origin: from an antique collection sourced in Flanders, Belgium.

Antique embroidered guipure lace border with repeating floral motifs, fine mesh fillings, raised outlines and a scalloped lower edge.

Likely originally intended for an altar cloth or another religious textile.

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

Likely machine-embroidered.
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One complete antique piece, sold as shown.

Conditions:

Great antique condition, well preserved.

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.