Rok met sleep, versierd met 'point de Bruxelles' (Brusselse gaaskant) tussenzetsels en stroken 1902

This dress, made with Brussels lace by Madame Heymans Besselink, is so striking. It's like a painting, really, with its layers and textures building up a vision. You know, when I look at something like this, I think about the process. Can you imagine how long this took to make? All those tiny stitches and layers, each one a mark of dedication. It reminds me of slowly building up a painting, layer by layer, color by color. The way the lace drapes and flows, it's like watching brushstrokes come to life. There’s a sensitivity to light and shadow too, like you'd find in a really good painting. It’s clear that the maker has given so much care and attention to detail. It makes you wonder about all the conversations and cross-pollinations happening between different art forms and artists. It's about the beauty of human creativity. It leaves a lasting impression, for sure.