Echarpe of loper van naaldkant van Koningin Wilhelmina 1918

This handmade needlepoint lace was created by Isidore De Rudder as a scarf for Queen Wilhelmina. It's all about the intricate details, a testament to the art of slow, deliberate creation. The texture is incredible, like a delicate web spun from moonlight. Look closely, and you can see how each tiny knot and stitch builds into a complex pattern of heraldic symbols, swirling foliage, and royal monograms. The monochromatic palette throws the finesse of the craftsmanship into high relief, it's as if the thread becomes a drawing tool, creating depth with only shadow and light. My eye is drawn to the lower section of the scarf, with its repeating pattern of entwined initials. It's like a personal seal, a mark of identity woven into the very fabric of the artwork. Think of Hilma af Klint, another master of symbolic language. This lace scarf is more than just a garment; it's a statement, a piece of history.