Linen Plain Weave Collection (#2)

Part of a Valance, Italy, Probably 1650 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Part of a Valance, Italy, Probably 1650/1700

Band from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s. Creator: Unknown
Band from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s

Orphrey Band, Italy, c. 1390. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, Italy, c. 1390

Altar Frontal, Italy, 17th / 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, 17th/18th century

Sampler, England, 1651. Creator: Mary Bidgood
Sampler, England, 1651

Sampler, England, 1676. Creator: Katherine Veren
Sampler, England, 1676

Table Frontal, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Table Frontal, Italy, 17th century

Border (From a Cover), Italy, Probably 1650 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Border (From a Cover), Italy, Probably 1650/1700

Altar Frontal, Italy, Late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, Late 17th century

Border, Italy, 1575 / 1625 (straight lace: 1701 / 50). Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, 1575/1625 (straight lace: 1701/50)

Collar, Italy, probably 1750 / 1800. Creator: Unknown
Collar, Italy, probably 1750/1800

Corporal, Italy, 1601 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Corporal, Italy, 1601/25

Panel (From a Settee), England, 1745 / 55. Creator: Unknown
Panel (From a Settee), England, 1745/55

Fragment from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from an Orphrey, Florence, 1360s

Cushion Cover, England, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, England, 1701/25

Sampler, England, 1799. Creator: Elizabeth Dudley
Sampler, England, 1799

Fragment (From a Border), Italy, 1601 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (From a Border), Italy, 1601/50

Fragment (Three Joined Strips from Small Pillow), Italy, 1550 / 1600. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Three Joined Strips from Small Pillow), Italy, 1550/1600

Altar Frontal, Italy, Late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, Late 16th century

Alb (Tunic), Italy, 1675 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Alb (Tunic), Italy, 1675/1700

Fragment from a Border, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from a Border, Italy, 17th century

Pillow Cover (Incomplete), Italy, 1601 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Pillow Cover (Incomplete), Italy, 1601/50

Insertion for Cover, Italy, 1575 / 1600. Creator: Unknown
Insertion for Cover, Italy, 1575/1600

Pillowcase, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Pillowcase, Italy, 17th century

Insertion (From a Cover), Italy, 1575 / 1625. Creator: Unknown
Insertion (From a Cover), Italy, 1575/1625

Border, Italy, 1601 / 25 (macrameedge: c. 1600). Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, 1601/25 (macrame edge: c. 1600)

Insertion, Italy, 1550 / 1600. Creator: Unknown
Insertion, Italy, 1550/1600

Apron, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Apron, Italy, 17th century

Panel, Italy, 1601 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Panel, Italy, 1601/25

Border (From a Cover), Italy, 1525 / 1600 (lower edge: c. 1600). Creator: Unknown
Border (From a Cover), Italy, 1525/1600 (lower edge: c. 1600)

Altar Cloth, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Cloth, Italy, 17th century

Pair of Cuffs, Italy, 1525 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Cuffs, Italy, 1525/50

Altar Frontal, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, 17th century

Cover, Italy, 1601 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Italy, 1601/50

Cover, Italy, 1601 / 25 (center: 19th century). Creator: Unknown
Cover, Italy, 1601/25 (center: 19th century)

Border, Italy, 1875 / 1900 (revival lace). Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, 1875/1900 (revival lace)

Sampler, Italy, Early / mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Italy, Early/mid-19th century

Cover, Italy, Probably 1601 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Italy, Probably 1601/50

Cover, Italy, 1601 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Italy, 1601/75

Cover, Italy, 1625 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Italy, 1625/75

Panel (Probably used as a Pillow Cover), Italy, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Panel (Probably used as a Pillow Cover), Italy, c. 1600

Handkerchief, Italy, 1676. Creator: Unknown
Handkerchief, Italy, 1676

Border, Italy, Early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, Early 17th century

Corporal, Italy, c. 1680. Creator: Unknown
Corporal, Italy, c. 1680

Three Fragments, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Three Fragments, Italy, 17th century

Picture Depicting Adam and Eve (Needlework), England, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Picture Depicting Adam and Eve (Needlework), England, 17th century. Clothed Adam and Eve, fruit, flowers, animals and birds

Fragment (From a Border), Italy, 1575 / 1625. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (From a Border), Italy, 1575/1625

Border, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, 17th century

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"Linen Plain Weave: A Timeless Tapestry of Craftsmanship and Mystery" Step into the world of linen plain weave, a captivating fabric that has adorned various artifacts throughout history. From Cap, England in the 19th century to Florence, Italy in the 1360s, this versatile textile has left its mark on countless creations. Intriguingly, many of these masterpieces bear no known creator. An Altar Frontal from France dating back to 1700/25 and a Panel from c. 1780 are just two examples shrouded in anonymity. These enigmatic pieces only add to their allure as they showcase the skill and creativity of unknown artisans. Traveling further through time and space, we encounter an exquisite Border from Italy (probably made between 1675-1700) and another from Southern Italy (likely crafted between 1701-50). Both exemplify the intricate beauty that can be achieved with linen plain weave. Moving closer to home, an enchanting Hanging originating from England during 1899/1901 captures our attention. Its delicate details tell stories untold while leaving us wondering about its anonymous maker's inspiration. Delving deeper into history reveals more hidden gems like a Part of a Valance hailing from Italy (possibly created between 1650-1700) or a Band from an Orphrey originating in Florence during the mesmerizing years of the 1360s. These fragments offer glimpses into bygone eras where skilled hands wove tales through threads. While some artifacts remain nameless mysteries, others provide insight into their creators' identities. Mary Bidgood's Sampler showcases her craftsmanship with precision dating back to England in 1651; Katherine Veren leaves her mark on another English Sampler dated at 1676.