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Edwardian Floral  Embroidered Lace Coat
Edwardian Floral  Embroidered Lace Coat

Edwardian Floral Embroidered Lace Coat

Located in New York, NY

An unusual Edwardian three quarter length coat, hand embroidered to imitate lace. Embroidered with floral blooms, leaves and branches, incorporating techniques to imitate needle lace.

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Late 19th Century French Edwardian Coats

French 1920's Embroidered and Filet Lace Afternoon Dress.
French 1920's Embroidered and Filet Lace Afternoon Dress.

French 1920's Embroidered and Filet Lace Afternoon Dress.

Located in New York, NY

1920s French fine cut work and shadow embroidered afternoon dress, inserted with rondels of Reticella needle lace and sides of hand knotted Fillet lace .

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Day Dresses

19th Century Framed Victorian Needle / Bobbin Lace
19th Century Framed Victorian Needle / Bobbin Lace

19th Century Framed Victorian Needle / Bobbin Lace

Located in Basildon, GB

19th Century Framed Victorian Needle / Bobbin Lace artwork, likely to be Point de Gaze, depicting a couple in elaborate 18th-century-style clothing—likely inspired by Rococo or Georg...

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Antique 1860s European Rococo Tapestries

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Leather, Cotton, Glass, Wood

Christian Dior by John Galliano Openwork Viscose Knit Evening Dress, SS 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano Openwork Viscose Knit Evening Dress, SS 1999

Christian Dior by John Galliano Openwork Viscose Knit Evening Dress, SS 1999

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

The long sleeves incorporate a contrasting lattice-knit structure, composed of interlocking diamond-shaped patterns reminiscent of historical needle lace. Beneath, a detachable black...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Wooden Table Lamp Pair with Handwoven Pine Needle Shades
Vintage Wooden Table Lamp Pair with Handwoven Pine Needle Shades

Vintage Wooden Table Lamp Pair with Handwoven Pine Needle Shades

Located in Northport, MI

Add warmth and natural charm to your space with this unique pair of vintage table lamps featuring beautifully handwoven pine needle shades. The intricate, lace-like shades are crafte...

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Late 20th Century American Table Lamps

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Wood, Pine

1930s Hand Made Cream Silk Chiffon Bobbin Lace Applique & Embroidered  Slip
1930s Hand Made Cream Silk Chiffon Bobbin Lace Applique & Embroidered  Slip

1930s Hand Made Cream Silk Chiffon Bobbin Lace Applique & Embroidered Slip

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1930s Hand made cream silk chiffon, bobbin lace, applique & embroidered bias cut slip. Beautiful hand made slip in translucent cream silk chiffon, V neckline, the bodice is done in h...

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1930s American Lingerie

Portrait of Lady, Mary Hammond, Oil on Panel c.1618-22, Manor House Provenance
Portrait of Lady, Mary Hammond, Oil on Panel c.1618-22, Manor House Provenance

Portrait of Lady, Mary Hammond, Oil on Panel c.1618-22, Manor House Provenance

By Cornelius Johnson

Located in London, GB

The low-cut, décolletage-revealing neckline was fashionable in the courts of England and France during the late Elizabethan and Jacobean eras (c. 1590s-1610s), this style did not pre...

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

19th Century French Napoleon III Marquetry Sewing Box
19th Century French Napoleon III Marquetry Sewing Box

19th Century French Napoleon III Marquetry Sewing Box

Located in Winter Park, FL

The box contains an old embroidery sample, several skeins of cotton floss, needles and bits of old lace, all of a later date.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

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Brass

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Antique Silk and French Needle Lace Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Antique Silk and French Needle Lace Pillow by Eleganza Italiana

Antique Silk and French Needle Lace Pillow by Eleganza Italiana

Located in Dallas, TX

18th century, Italian purple silk lampas with ivory and light blue flowers frames a central panel of rare 18th century, French needle lace bordered by scalloped 18th century Italian ...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Pillows and Throws

Materials

Metallic Thread

Museum Quality Victorian (1890-1900) Point de Gaze Lace Blouse
Museum Quality Victorian (1890-1900) Point de Gaze Lace Blouse

Museum Quality Victorian (1890-1900) Point de Gaze Lace Blouse

Located in Oradell, NJ

Needle lace is a type of lace created using only a needle and thread and scissors to stitch up hundreds of tiny stitches to form the lace itself.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Shirts

Exceptional French 1920s Cotton Tulle and Needle Lace Dress.
Exceptional French 1920s Cotton Tulle and Needle Lace Dress.

Exceptional French 1920s Cotton Tulle and Needle Lace Dress.

Located in New York, NY

Chic cotton tulle 1920s afternoon dress with yards of handmade Point Milanese Lace throughout the skirt and neckline border. Ecru toned cotton tulle has been pinticked through the bo...

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Early 20th Century French Day Dresses

Edwardian ivory embroidered tulle & handmade filet lace skirt
Edwardian ivory embroidered tulle & handmade filet lace skirt

Edwardian ivory embroidered tulle & handmade filet lace skirt

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

From the early 1900s a beautifuly embroidered tulle skirt with handmade lace trims...Layered skirt features an open at the front fine tulle over skirt with heavy hand done, satin sti...

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Early 20th Century British Skirts

Edwardian eyelet  embroidered tea or wedding dress
Edwardian eyelet  embroidered tea or wedding dress

Edwardian eyelet embroidered tea or wedding dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Heavily eyelet embroidered tea or wedding dress with valenciennes lace insertion and tucked tulle bodice...bodice has a high round neckline with elbow length sleeves that have a flu...

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20th Century American Edwardian Casual Dresses

Antique Print with Mirrors and Gold Frame Depicting Marshal V.M. D'Estrées 1785
Antique Print with Mirrors and Gold Frame Depicting Marshal V.M. D'Estrées 1785

Antique Print with Mirrors and Gold Frame Depicting Marshal V.M. D'Estrées 1785

Located in Prato, Tuscany

An ordinary dress: a black velvet cloak: the lining, the vestments of the dress and the collar of the golden cloth cloak, all hemmed with golden Spanish stitch (needle lace with gold...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Other Prints

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paper

Portrait of Jacqueline de Bueil (1589–1651), Comtesse de Moret, Oil on Panel
Portrait of Jacqueline de Bueil (1589–1651), Comtesse de Moret, Oil on Panel

Portrait of Jacqueline de Bueil (1589–1651), Comtesse de Moret, Oil on Panel

Located in London, GB

She wears a gown with a broad, low neckline edged with exquisitely rendered lace of geometric radiating design, a form typical of high-status French needle lace of the early 1630s.

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Original 1930s Ivory Irish Hand Crochet Lace Dress With Floral Design
Original 1930s Ivory Irish Hand Crochet Lace Dress With Floral Design

Original 1930s Ivory Irish Hand Crochet Lace Dress With Floral Design

Located in London, GB

HISTORICAL NOTE: Crochet first came to Ireland in the 1700s, developed by Ursuline nuns who had learned the technique in France, where it was popular as a shortcut for making Venetia...

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1930s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

A set of Italian White Tulle Cutwork Tablecloth + 8 Napkins
A set of Italian White Tulle Cutwork Tablecloth + 8 Napkins

A set of Italian White Tulle Cutwork Tablecloth + 8 Napkins

Located in Firenze, IT

Italy, 20th century Magnificent round white Italian tulle lace tablecloth having beautiful needle lace embroidery featuring lovely flowers and pretty scalloped edging.

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20th Century Italian Tableware

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Cotton

Vintage hand made lace & ivory silk slip 1930s
Vintage hand made lace & ivory silk slip 1930s

Vintage hand made lace & ivory silk slip 1930s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage hand made lace & ivory silk slip 1930s...Beautiful ivory silk (like charmeuse) slip the bust and hem are trimmed in deep hand made needle lace...The bust center is trimmed wi...

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1930s American Slips

Pristine Edwardian Hand Made Lace & Silk Wedding Dress
Pristine Edwardian Hand Made Lace & Silk Wedding Dress

Pristine Edwardian Hand Made Lace & Silk Wedding Dress

Located in London, GB

Exceptional and incredible vintage Edwardian wedding dress with amazing top layer of hand made lace featuring floral designs. The lace looks to be Brussels and/or tambour lace appli...

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1910s Wedding Dresses

Rare Rectangular Embroidered Crochet Linen Tablecloth
Rare Rectangular Embroidered Crochet Linen Tablecloth

Rare Rectangular Embroidered Crochet Linen Tablecloth

Located in Guaynabo, PR

Two pair of embroidered quatrefoil needle lace appliqués at each side of the center decorate it.

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20th Century Unknown Renaissance Quilts and Blankets

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Linen

Rare Asymmetrical Rectangular Floral Crochet Tablecloth
Rare Asymmetrical Rectangular Floral Crochet Tablecloth

Rare Asymmetrical Rectangular Floral Crochet Tablecloth

Located in Guaynabo, PR

It depicts a large flower with needle lace appliqué in the center formed by what appears to be the wings of four dragonflies.

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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Quilts and Blankets

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Thread

Dutch Old Master Portrait of Girl aged 9 in Black Dress & Lace Ruff dated 1619
Dutch Old Master Portrait of Girl aged 9 in Black Dress & Lace Ruff dated 1619

Dutch Old Master Portrait of Girl aged 9 in Black Dress & Lace Ruff dated 1619

Located in London, GB

She holds a handkerchief trimmed with reticella needle lace and a pair of bridle gloves of cream wash leather, with scalloped caps of gold thread and multi-coloured embroidery.

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of Sir Richard Bolton, circa 1620
Portrait of Sir Richard Bolton, circa 1620

Portrait of Sir Richard Bolton, circa 1620

Located in London, GB

The early form of needle lace known as cutwork dominated fashion, reaching stylistic perfection around 1615.

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Modular 1
Modular 1

Jodi FuchsModular 1, 2021

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H 20 in W 16 in

Modular 1

By Jodi Fuchs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Petersburg, Fl 2023 Las Laguna Gallery Abstract Show, Laguna Beach, CA 2022 “Clarifying Color”, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2020 “In Search of Principle”, Artspace Warehouse,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

1910's Edwardian Crisp-White Embroidered Linen Needle-Lace Jacket & Skirt
1910's Edwardian Crisp-White Embroidered Linen Needle-Lace Jacket & Skirt

1910's Edwardian Crisp-White Embroidered Linen Needle-Lace Jacket & Skirt

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The exquisite crisp-white linen embroidered cutwork is trimmed with needle-lace which gives the garment depth and texture.

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20th Century French Edwardian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Hand Made Victorian Needle Lace Collar and Cuffs
Hand Made Victorian Needle Lace Collar and Cuffs

Hand Made Victorian Needle Lace Collar and Cuffs

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this extraordinary set consisting of a magnificient Victorian Gros Point collar and matching cuffs. Gros Point is a most distinctive lace , often said to look lik...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Accessories

Rare 1942 "It's Not True" Adrian Silk & Lace Gown
Rare 1942 "It's Not True" Adrian Silk & Lace Gown

Rare 1942 "It's Not True" Adrian Silk & Lace Gown

By Adrian, Gilbert Adrian

Located in Rockwood, ON

It is made of a combination of silk taffeta and hand made lace that I believe is hand made French silk needle lace.

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mignon Yellow Silk Lace Museum Dress Suit Skirt and Jacket 1960s
Mignon Yellow Silk Lace Museum Dress Suit Skirt and Jacket 1960s

Mignon Yellow Silk Lace Museum Dress Suit Skirt and Jacket 1960s

By Mignon

Located in Brindisi, Bt

Vintage dress 60s, signed Mignon, with the label of the famous Atlantic City store, the Needle Craft. Suit in lace and yellow silk. Short jacket in transparent color with clip closure.

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1960s American Skirt Suits

1920's Pale-Pink Silk & Ivory Embroidered Lace Angel Sleeve Lingerie Dress Robe
1920's Pale-Pink Silk & Ivory Embroidered Lace Angel Sleeve Lingerie Dress Robe

1920's Pale-Pink Silk & Ivory Embroidered Lace Angel Sleeve Lingerie Dress Robe

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

To appreciate the masterful textiles, just look at the beautiful embroidered floral lace needle-art. Besides the gorgeous fabrics, I love the dramatic angel sleeves.

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1920s American Robes

Antique Spa Sewing Box
Antique Spa Sewing Box

Antique Spa Sewing Box

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H 4.75 in W 12 in D 8.25 in

Antique Spa Sewing Box

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Including a leather coin purse, needle book and lace. Also inside is a newspaper cutting from 1923 reporting the wedding of Mr.

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Antique 18th Century British Decorative Boxes

Textiles of Central and South America Hardcover – March 1, 2006
Textiles of Central and South America Hardcover – March 1, 2006

Textiles of Central and South America Hardcover – March 1, 2006

Located in Oakland Park, FL

Topics covered include design and production, including types of looms and the various methods of spinning and dyeing; fibers and thread, yarns, and fabric sources; manipulated threa...

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Early 2000s Singaporean Bohemian Books

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Paper

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By Neiman Marcus

Located in San Diego, CA

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1950s French Evening Gowns

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S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Halter Neck Mini Dress

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Halter Neck Mini Dress

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This black Gucci halter neck dress, from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, is designed by Tom Ford. It features a V-neckline, spaghetti straps, and an exposed back. Gold-tone metal ...

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1990s Italian Mini Dresses

1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques
1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques

1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques

Located in London, GB

This 1930s eye-catching gown is crafted from lamé in a slate grey blue with the glittering silver and gold metallic weave revealing a scrolling, botanical and floral theme. The ankle...

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1930s British Evening Dresses

1930s White Floral Cutout Organza Dress
1930s White Floral Cutout Organza Dress

1930s White Floral Cutout Organza Dress

Located in London, GB

This is a magnificent example of a 1930s cut-out work, organza dress in really pristine vintage condition. It is an archetypal 1930s shirt-waister design that reaches ankle length an...

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1930s French Wedding Dresses

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Lace Bustier Stretch Cutout Slip Dress
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Lace Bustier Stretch Cutout Slip Dress

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Lace Bustier Stretch Cutout Slip Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a sexy black lace accented Dolce and Gabbana dress. From the Spring/Summer 1997 this beautiful dress perfectly lies between lingerie and a little black dress. This not so ...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress
Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress

Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress

Located in New York, NY

Lovely Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress from the 1930's. Sheer chiffon bodice with double ruffle collar and wonderful hand embroidered florals throughout. ...

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1930s French Day Dresses

Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch
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Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch with elaborate pave crystal frame. Crystals are set into mesh to form the body of clutch, lined in satin. 1930's France.

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1930s French Clutches

1987 Chanel Spring Summer Black and White Wool Jacket with Herringbone Trim
1987 Chanel Spring Summer Black and White Wool Jacket with Herringbone Trim

1987 Chanel Spring Summer Black and White Wool Jacket with Herringbone Trim

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chanel 1987 Spring/Summer RTW collection wool jacket by Karl Lagerfeld. All the bells and whistles you want in a vintage Chanel classic piece; black wool boucle, graphic black and wh...

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1980s French Blazers

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Christian Dior S/S 2012 White Black Rose Embroidered Ruched Evening Dress Gown

Christian Dior S/S 2012 White Black Rose Embroidered Ruched Evening Dress Gown

By Christian Dior

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This Dior evening gown from the Spring/Summer 2012 collection is a rare and highly collectible design, seen on the runway and later worn by Olivia Chantecaille. Crafted in white silk...

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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Located in New York, NY

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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress
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By Pierre Balmain

Located in Berlin, BE

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Giuseppe Di Morabito 2000s “Naked” Strapless Mini Dress Covered w/Crystals
Giuseppe Di Morabito 2000s “Naked” Strapless Mini Dress Covered w/Crystals

Giuseppe Di Morabito 2000s “Naked” Strapless Mini Dress Covered w/Crystals

By Giuseppe Zanotti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Located in New York, NY

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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By Valentino

Located in Leonardo, NJ

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Needle Lace For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the needle lace you’re looking for. A needle lace — often made from fabric, silk and linen — can elevate any home. Find 15 options for an antique or vintage needle lace now, or shop our selection of 117 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer needle lace, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A needle lace is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque, folk art and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. Antonin Anzil and Wittmann each produced at least one beautiful needle lace that is worth considering.

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A needle lace can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $160, while the lowest priced sells for $44 and the highest can go for as much as $74,500.