Object Timeline

1901

  • Work on this object began.

1985

  • We acquired this object.

  • Work on this object ended.

2010

2016

2025

  • You found it!

Flounce (Belgium)

This is a Flounce. It is dated 20th century and we acquired it in 1985. Its medium is linen and its technique is brussels style bobbin lace. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Emily Finch. It is credited Gift of Emily Finch.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 271 x 25 cm (8 ft. 10 11/16 in. x 9 13/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Flounce (Belgium); linen; H x W: 271 x 25 cm (8 ft. 10 11/16 in. x 9 13/16 in.); Gift of Emily Finch; 1985-83-7

There are restrictions for re-using this image. For more information, visit the Smithsonian’s Terms of Use page.

For higher resolution or commercial use contact ArtResource.

If you would like to cite this object in a Wikipedia article please use the following template:

<ref name=CH>{{cite web |url=https://www-3.collection.cooperhewitt.org/objects/18805677/ |title=Flounce (Belgium) |author=Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum |accessdate=31 October 2025 |publisher=Smithsonian Institution}}</ref>