A mid 19th Century Brussels needle (point de gaze) and bobbin lace appliqué, wedding veil on machine tulle ground. The veil has a border of floral bouquets and swags with a mixture of both types of lace, the centre has floral esprit in needle lace. The veil is approximately 80" (203cm) x 73" (186cm), but could probably be squared up if re-blocked. It is mainly, in very good condition with three repairs (one has reopened) one is just a short straight line, a spr...inkling of tiny openings in the ground, mostly in the area shown in photograph no. 6. In one corner is a hole and three small holes, probably where a tiara was fixed. There is some very light age marking, but the veil has been in long term storage and will need professional laundry. None of the defects are of a size that would be obvious over an ivory gown, I can supply more photographs if needed. I have tried to be as honest as possible about the defects, but considering the age of the veil, there is nothing that seriously detracts from it's beauty.
I am happy to post abroad and always combine postage where ever possible. I have other linen and lace listed. If your would like extra photographs, please message me.