Traditional Brussels bobbin lace lacks a heavy outlining thread (cordonnet), instead using open stitches at the pattern's edge to connect to the mesh ground.
Production began in the 15th century and gained international fame by the 16th century. It was highly coveted by European royalty, including Queen Anne and Louis XV.
Unlike continuous laces (like Mechlin), Brussels motifs were made individually by different specialists and later assembled.
Brussels lace is distinguished from other Belgian varieties by its construction and the extreme fineness of its thread.
Traditional Brussels bobbin lace lacks a heavy outlining thread (cordonnet), instead using open stitches at the pattern's edge to connect to the mesh ground.
Production began in the 15th century and gained international fame by the 16th century. It was highly coveted by European royalty, including Queen Anne and Louis XV. brussels lace
Unlike continuous laces (like Mechlin), Brussels motifs were made individually by different specialists and later assembled. Traditional Brussels bobbin lace lacks a heavy outlining
Brussels lace is distinguished from other Belgian varieties by its construction and the extreme fineness of its thread. brussels lace
