An Exceptional Antique Ivory Net Lace Twin Bedcover and Matching Layover Pillow Sham Encrusted with Heavy Battenberg Tape Lace and Appliqued with Flowers

This superb antique ivory cotton net lace bedspread and matching double layover pillow sham each have a large central medallion of Battenberg lace. The tapes are large and form a wonderfully Baroque design in the center.

They also have an unusual feature: a design of applied flowers with heavy cording that form curlicues and vines. The bedspread has a rectangular central panel which is divided by a lattice border of zigzag tapes; there are Battenberg lace cartouches in the corners of this panel. The large elliptical medallion is enclosed with a three-dimensional flower vine that has been appliqued to the net lace. It also has cut corners to fit a four poster bed.

The medallion on the sham is oriented horizontally, flanked by a simpler applied vine, lattice borders and a long plain ruffle. Although it was made for a twin sized bed, you may use it anywhere!

The coverlet measures 52x58" and the sham is 34x92". The condition is excellent, though not perfect; there are a few breaks and separations. c. 1900-20s. Stock 18885