'Duchesse lace' definitions:

Definition of 'Duchesse lace'

From: GCIDE
  • Duchesse lace \Du`chesse" lace\ A beautiful variety of Brussels pillow lace made originally in Belgium and resembling Honiton guipure. It is worked with fine thread in large sprays, usually of the primrose pattern, with much raised work. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]