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A small 19th century beech wood lace crimper, comprising of a roller and a small board.

It is now difficult to find the two parts still together. These were used in the home to crimp lace after it had been washed and starched, eg cuffs, neck ruffs.The fabric was starched, then damped and placed on the board and rolled until the small pleats were formed. The pleated fabric was then stitched at the top, to form collars and cuffs.

This example is a nice neat size, the base measures 8cm x 7.5cm.

C1840/60

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Lace Crimper to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1137232

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Description

A small 19th century beech wood lace crimper, comprising of a roller and a small board.

It is now difficult to find the two parts still together.

“

These were used in the home to crimp lace after it had been washed and starched, eg cuffs, neck ruffs.

Opus Antiques

The fabric was starched, then damped and placed on the board and rolled until the small pleats were formed. The pleated fabric was then stitched at the top, to form collars and cuffs.

This example is a nice neat size, the base measures 8cm x 7.5cm.

C1840/60

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Lace Crimper to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1137232

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ObjectDecorative Objects
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialWood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsFluted roller, Grooved base board, Turned wooden handles

FAQs

An antique lace crimper is a domestic household device used historically to shape and flute the ruffles, frills, and collars of caps, cuffs, and lace garments during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

These domestic implements were typically constructed from turned and carved hard woods such as boxwood, beech, or walnut, though some variants incorporated metal rollers.

Authentic pieces generally display hand-turned construction marks, uniform wear patterns consistent with manual use, and the characteristic warm patina developed through age and handling.

This type of small treen object works well displayed as a decorative sculptural element on open shelving, mantelpieces, or within glass cabinet collections to add historical texture to a room.

To preserve wooden items, keep them away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, applying occasional microcrystalline wax to maintain the condition of the wood surface.