Antique Lace Textile Kit with 19th Century Linen and Silk Mantilla

This curated assembly of textile artifacts comprises 19th-century handmade linen, silk mantilla fragments, and traditional European laces. The collection is specifically selected for historical restoration, doll-making, and the study of antique textile techniques.

History of the pieces:
The kit includes genuine 19th-century linen, characterized by the irregular texture of hand-spun fibers. The lace components represent major European traditions, including French filet (embroidered mesh) and bobbin lace, common in high-quality domestic textiles of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The inclusion of a silk mantilla fragment provides a rare example of fine 19th-century ceremonial attire.

Features and details:
- Period: 19th Century to early 20th Century (approx. 1850-1915)
- Techniques: Filet lace, bobbin lace, hand-weaving
- Components:
- Antique Linen: 1 piece, approx. 25 x 25 cm (9.8 x 9.8 inches)
- Silk Mantilla Fragment: 1 piece, approx. 20 x 40 cm (7.8 x 15.7 inches)
- Vintage Velvet Base: 1 piece, 20 x 25 cm (7.8 x 9.8 inches). Available colors: Burgundy, Dark Blue, Forest Green, or Dark Emerald.
- Lace Collection: 7 pieces (4 filet, 2 bobbin, 1 decorative), 20 cm (7.8 inches) each.
- Accessories: Gold-plated braid trim, set of curated vintage buttons, and an original early 20th-century postcard.
- Material: Linen, Silk, Cotton, Velvet, Paper
- Condition: Authentic antique condition. Pieces may exhibit characteristic signs of age, including natural oxidation (patina), minor fraying, or slight discoloration consistent with 100+ year-old textiles.

Application and Value:
This kit serves as a primary source material for textile artists, collectors of ephemera, and artisans specializing in the authentic reconstruction of antique dolls and period costumes.