Doily

MOA: University of British Columbia

3162/5

Lace doily. Rectangular panel is made of light tan linen with some areas of embroidery in light grey. At centre sits a circle of dense, patterned netting with embroidery and cutwork at centre. Half circles surround the centre, each with embroidered flowers of different types. Border is openwork netting with scalloped edges.

  • Narrative

    Collection of lace acquired by the donor's grandmother while attending school in Europe in 1911-1912.


  • Type of Item doily
  • Culture Dutch
  • Measurements height 37.5 cm, width 50.3 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Catherine McLean
  • Received from Catherine McLean

  • Made in Netherlands

  • Creation Date before 1913
  • Ownership Date before April 1, 2016
  • Acquisition Date on April 1, 2016

  • Item Classes textiles
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3162/0005