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Punto in aria—literally, "stitches in the air"—is one of the earliest styles of needle lace, which is itself developed from cutwork of primarily geometric design. When lacemakers transitioned to using a foundation of threads laid out according to a pattern drawn on parchment, they were able to incorporate more fluid lines and curves into their designs.
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Title: Edging
Date: ca. 1600
Culture: Spanish
Medium: Needle lace, punto in aria
Dimensions: L. 20 x W. 1 1/2 inches (50.8 x 3.8 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Laces
Credit Line: Anonymous Gift, 1879
Object Number: 79.1.234
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