German, Northern Germany
Lace Neckerchief, 1650-1700
Cotton, drawnwork lace, 48.3 x 48.6 cm (19 x 19 1/8 in.)
This delicate lace neckerchief is made of cotton and drawnwork lace and was created in the late seventeenth century in northern Germany. It has a repeating pattern of scrolls and leaves and is approximately 19 by 19 inches with an open area in the middle.
Veronese Room
Commentary
Isabella Stewart Gardner kept meticulous records of many of her acquisitions. In keeping with this legacy, object information is continually being reviewed, updated, and enriched in order to give greater access to the collection.