Fragment

Art Historical Context

This delicate *Fragment* from the th century showcases the exquisite artistry of embroidered net lace, a medium blending machine-woven net with intricate hand embroidery. Measuring 27 by 20 inches68.6 x 50.8 cm), this piece likely features motifs of leaves, evoking natural elegance prized in Victorian-era textiles. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's of European Sculpture and Decor Arts, it was generously gifted by Mrs. J.W. Pinchot in 1908. Possibly of Irish origin, the fragment reflects the rich tradition of lace-making in Ireland during the 19th century, when such crafts provided ec...