This listing is for 2 pieces of rare hand made metallic lace trim
Dating from 17th century , most likely Florentine
originally would have been gold which over the centuries as taken on a dark antique Bronze patina
The metallic braiding is a later 18th century addition
The lace is spprox 350 years old Lovely gently distressed , time worn condition
Sold As Is for document / archive/ re working .
Please study photographs as they do form a very important part of the description
rare example with a beautiful time worn faded grandeur that only centuries of age can achieve
This listing is for 2 pieces each measuring 20 inches x 2.5 inches deep which included the ribbon trim Total length is 40 inches (102cm)
LAYAWAY AVAILABLE
F4243
