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English: Fig. 20. (left).--A LAPPET OF "POINT DE VENISE À RÉSEAU." The conventional character of the pseudo-leaf and floral forms contrasts with that of the realistic designs of contemporary French laces. Italian. Early 18th century. (right).--A LAPPET OF FINE "POINT D'ALENÇON." Louis XV. period. The variety of the fillings of geometric design is particularly remarkable in this specimen, as is the button-hole stitched cordonnat or outline to the various ornamental forms. Illustration from 1911 Encyclopædia Britannica, article Lace.
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Source Encyclopædia Britannica Eleventh Edition, Vol. 16.
Author Encyclopædia Britannica, 1911

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