19th-century Lace Tondo Under Glass, In A Silver Frame

An elegant display tondo showcasing acollection of antique 19th-century lace, delicately arranged in aparticularly refined geometric and ornamental composition. The piececonsists of various elements of machine-made and/or bobbin lace, featuringfloral, foliage, and rocaille motifs, forming a circular rosette centeredby an openwork medallion.The lace, ivory in color and slightly weathered bytime, stands out against a soft green silk or fabric background that accentuates thefineness of the workmanship and the decorative richness of the piece. The compositionevokes the ceremonial pieces created in the late 19th century forframing and displaying precious fragments of antique lace.The piece is mounted under glass in a circular framewith a delicate beaded silver mold, bearing the crab hallmark,guaranteeing a minimum fineness of 800 parts per thousand for silver used in Francebeginning in 1838. The reverse is closed by a circular wooden panel.A beautiful decorative and collectible object, reflecting the19th-century taste for textile arts and curiosities.