Two pairs of whitework engageantes; a kerchief of mauve silk plaid, with fringed border; another cream, figured with self-coloured leaves; a lace collar with whitework insertions; a dicky embroidered with vines; a necktie edged with lace; a pair of child's socks; a baby's bonnet with lace insertion; eleven lace fragments; a sprig of artificial orange blossom; and a dried orchid, in octagonal box with glass lid (22)

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Two pairs of whitework engageantes; a kerchief of mauve silk plaid, with fringed border; another cream, figured with self-coloured leaves; a lace collar with whitework insertions; a dicky embroidered with vines; a necktie edged with lace; a pair of child's socks; a baby's bonnet with lace insertion; eleven lace fragments; a sprig of artificial orange blossom; and a dried orchid, in octagonal box with glass lid (22)

Sale room notice

There are only eight lace fragments in this lot.

Lot Essay

The engageantes, kerchiefs and lace said to have been from HLM Queen Victoria's dress before 1857; the socks are said to have been worn by HRH Prince Leopold and the cap HRH Victoria, The Princess Royal, later HIM The Empress Frederick. The orange blossom is said to have been used on HLM Queen Victoria's Wedding dress and the orchid is said to have formed part of the decoration of HLM Queen Mary's Wedding table.

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