Antique Set Of 2 Crocheted Round Doilies Linen 11" & 16"

Antique Set Of 2 Crocheted Round Doilies Linen 11" & 16" Price Is For The Set Of 2 Doilies Beige, Tan, Linen Color SOME DOILY HISTORY Originally doilies performed useful functions, protecting fine finishes from scratches or dampness, protecting fine textiles from natural body oils, protecting bread or rolls from cold air and insects. Decorative value was secondary. Today we appreciate doilies as little works of art. Doilies range in size from a 2 1/2" coaster to an 18" to 20" sofa-back amacassar doily. Round, square and rectangular doilies abound; irregular, asymmetrical and figural shapes keep things interesting. Most any handmade doily you find will be antique or vintage. Our lifestyles, TVs and computers have replaced needlework in the rocking chair by the fireside. There are four basic elements of doilies: fabric, lace, applique and embroidery; many doilies combine two or even all four. Approximate Measurements Large Geometric Doily 16" Inch Diameter Smaller Round Doily 11 Inch Diameter Cottage Core, Grandma, Prairie, Victorian... No Apparent Stains, Tears, Pills Or Other Signs Of Wear. These Were Either My Mother's Or Nana's. Mother Immigrated From Germany. Nana Immigrated From France. From Smoke Free Household.