Twenty-Three Lace Patterns, 18th-19th Century

Collection of twenty-three paper patterns for lace, some featuring pin marks from use and one with lace pieces still attached.  Fifteen of the patterns are on cream paper with the design drawn in black ink. The remaining eight patterns are created with a pierced design. The largest of the patterns is approximately 13" W x 5 " L. The smallest is approximately 3" x 4". The backside of each piece (along with the front on some) feature a hand-written museum accession number. 

One of the rectangular patterns on green features the hand-written words "Pot Kant (rare)", referring to Potten Kant, or Pot Lace, a form of bobbin lace. Three of these patterns feature what appears to be years, hand-written in black ink, such as "1770 A.D.", "1753-1765-1767 A.D.", or "1760-1767-1768". 

This lot is located in Chicago.

Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

Condition
Condition:The overall condition of this collection fair to good as the paper pieces shows signs of wear and loss on the edges. Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.