duchesse lace

noun

Etymology

Partial calque of French dentelle duchesse.

  1. derived from dentelle duchesse

Definitions

  1. A variety of Brussels pillow lace made originally in Belgium and resembling Honiton…

    A variety of Brussels pillow lace made originally in Belgium and resembling Honiton guipure. It is worked with fine thread in large sprays, usually of the primrose pattern, with much raised work.

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