Cuffs
This fine design, in w hich the lace pattern fills up the entire piece, is characterized by intricate patterning within the motifs. The central male Christian figure, representing either a saint or Christ, is atypical of imagery seen in lace accessories.
Artwork Details
- Title: Cuffs
- Date: late 17th century
- Culture: probably Flemish
- Medium: linen
- Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of the executors of the estate of Clara M. Blum in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Blum, 1966
- Object Number: 2009.300.1327
- Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute
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