Written in 1904 for people who handle and sell lace rather than for scholars, this short book outlines the history of needlepoint and bobbin lace and the centres that made them famous, then gives an alphabetical description of the many named laces, from Brussels and Escurial to the delicate hand-made work of the island of Fayal.
A handy introduction for collectors, costume historians and anyone puzzling over the names of antique laces. Download the free EPUB.