The perception is strong that lace is a symbol of wealth and power, belonging to royalty and nobility. There is also an impression of Christian spirituality and authority. Royal and noble families had their own lace artisans, and in religious circles, people involved in production were in churches and monasteries. As time passed, it became widely普及 as "handicrafts" in ordinary households. Historically and technically, "lace" is very profound. Regarding this lace artwork: ■ - Purchased in: Lausanne, Switzerland - Purchased: Approximately 40 years ago - Purchased from: Vintage fabric specialist ■ Estimated Information - Main Techniques: Tape Lace (Battenberg Lace) + Needle Lace Filling - Production Location: England or America - Production Period: Around 1890-1910 (Victorian to Edwardian era) - Material: Linen or Cotton Note: ① Filling refers to the openwork patterns inside the motifs. Note: ② Battenberg Lace is the name of a lace technique that became very popular in England and America in the late 19th century. It was a lace style that spread as a home handicraft just before the spread of industrial lace. [Features] Multiple filling techniques are seen in the parts that fill the spaces between the tapes. Mesh, netting, buttonhole stitch, etc., are skillfully varied. Overall, it is a work of the "tape lace" family, a valuable piece that conveys the aesthetic sense of the time. - Condition of the item: The item is indicated as having stains and damage. Image 7 The presence of one dark brown stain is truly unfortunate! It's a real shame, as there is no structural damage. Thank you for viewing.