Antique Belgian Purchased in Bruges, the city of water, A bobbin lace linen flower doily with a chic Art Nouveau-style design featuring curves inspired by the sun, stars, and flowers. The center star resembles bellflowers and vinca, The surrounding curves look like clusters of flowers such as pears and figs, and also seem like tulips and lilies. Inside the flowers/fruits are three-leaf clovers, and inside them, six cross-shaped crosses ✙ are visible, formed by threads. Purity... enhances cleanliness and coolness. Undyed, retaining the natural flax color, A gentle, soft cream ivory color, possibly including a hint of pale pink. The twisted, airy lace allows light to pass through, providing a cool feeling in spring, summer, and early autumn. The gentle color also evokes warmth in the winter season. Similar to the Idrija lace technique of Slovakia, formerly Yugoslavia. Located between Italy and Austria, the design, which twists and joins threads and forms ribbons, is likely influenced by Italian Milanese lace and others. The gorgeous design, including flowers, is likely from the 19th century. Knitted with medium-fine to medium-thick linen thread, it is smooth and silky, a natural texture that feels smooth and soft. Difficult to distinguish the front and back, both sides have a beautiful finish. Few thread ends on the front, and the edging is slightly raised on the back. Tightly and firmly knitted, it is robust and durable, suitable for everyday use. Please forgive the following errors due to amateur measurement. Diameter: Approximately 17.3 cm Approximately 4g Thread ends are visible on the back, etc., but they are carefully woven, and the back also looks beautiful. There are no particular stains or damage from the time of purchase, giving the impression of being unused. For displaying small antique objects, antique bisque dolls and mignonettes, figures, glass dolls, vases such as single-flower vases, dollhouses, underneath important photos, etc. It enhances the work and makes it elegant and gorgeous. If you like it, I hope you will use it ♧ Similar textured and technique works are also on sale ↓ Antique Belgian purchase Bobbin lace Beautiful sunflower square doily Antique Bruges, Belgium Bobbin lace Linen Round Large Doily Search: Cross, Virgin Mary, Christ ※ This is the final price.