A flounce of Flemish style bobbin lace

Details
A flounce of Flemish style bobbin lace
worked with a scallopped edge, a floral top border tied with bows and medallions worked with fleur de lys, probably Bruges, but possibly East Devon, second half of 19th century--24in (61cm) x 300in 720cm)
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Provenance
The Imperial family of Austria and Hungary
Given to the son of Admiral Horthy, the Regent of Hungary, and said to have been a gift from an Archduchess

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