Publisher's Synopsis
An illustrated history of Honiton lace. The authors analyze over 60 photographs of the Royal Honiton Lace Collection, many in close-up, taken exclusively for this book. These include Queen Victoria's wedding flounce and monogrammed silk bags, The Royal Christening Robe and other creations.;Elsie Luxton is the author of "The Technique of Honiton Lace", "Honiton Lace Patterns" and "Honiton Lace: The Visual Approach", all published by Batsford. She has exhibited her work throughout Britain and Europe.