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Exceptional Rare Antique RAF Hand Made Lace Mat ~ Collectors Item Per Ardua ad Astra
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An interesting hand crochet lace detailed piece from my collection of treasured textiles. A collectors item.
A rare commemorative piece ~celebrating the Royal Air Force featuring the heraldic emblem with the motto Per Ardua ad Astra in the centre.
An eagle spans across the centre and the Imperial Crown above
Per ardua ad astra is a Latin phrase meaning \"through adversity to the stars\" or \"through struggle to the stars\" that is the official motto of the Royal Air Force and other Commonwealth air forces such as the Royal Australian Air Force and Royal New Zealand Air Force, as well as the Royal Indian Air Force until 1947.
Crafted from a very fine cotton it feels very soft and silky. I have no idea of the provenance of this piece. It is the first time that I have had anything like this. So very happy to share and offer this piece for sale.
Please look closely at my images as they are always an important part of my listing and an opportunity for you to study the detail.
There is a lot of detail in this piece and I am sure that to those more experienced than myself will understand it more.
Measurements: 15.5 \" diameter ~ 39 cm
Condition: Antique and in very good condition. A very few minor defects and one as shown on last image ~ easily repairable and mentioned as a point of accuracy. Very clean and ready to enjoy.
\"Athing of beauty is a joy for ever: Its loveliness increases; it will never pass into nothingness; but still will keep
A bower quiet for us, and a sleep full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing.\"John Keats 1795 -1871
I have, as always, taken many images so that it is easier to appreciate and study the amazing needlework skills of those who created these heritage pieces from a bygone era. Please do so as they form part of my description and reflect the care, time & patience that have been spent on this beautiful work. I like to think the images speak for themselves.
Each piece I list is so very different and an expression of the creativity of the embroiderer – a precious resource in this age of mass production and one to be cherished for future generations.
I am passionate about preserving these pieces for future generations, always appreciative and aware of the skill and never under estimating the amount of time taken to produce these pieces.
Some are more detailed and elaborate than others but each seem to have their own personality reflecting that of the embroiderer and sense of achievement. So much so that many of the pieces I sell, either vintage or antique, have been stored away with little use and kept for best.
To me they are an art form and a joy to behold when so much is mass produced these days. I also feel very privileged to care for these beautiful pieces getting them ready for future generations.
Please remember that my linens are either antique or vintage and as such means that they have a history of use which is part of their charm and why I am passionate about collecting and selling them.
See my other listings for more great items!
Payment
I accept payment by PayPal only. I aim to invoice within 24 hours of the sale ending. Please pay me within 2 days or contact me immediately to let me know otherwise.
Combining Postage for Multiple Purchases
I am always happy to do this to save you money and am finding that more people are choosing this as a sensible option. However, please help me by letting me know that this is your preference and that you are intending to offer on other items.
As long as I know, I will always keep items on one side for a reasonable amount of time but I do ask that you still pay for them within 3 days of the sale ending on each item.
I will adjust the postage and insurance costs according to the weight and value of parcel when you have completed your purchases.
Please note that if the combined weight goes over 2 kg then it must be divided into two parcels due to Royal Mail weight restrictions.
Shipping
UK buyers: I normally send 2nd class standard delivery for items valued under £25. All purchases valued over £25 will need to be sent trackable due to Royal Mail\'s insurance policy.
International buyers:
Please contact me for postage and insurance costs before checking out.
Postage costs are out of my control but I do strive very hard to keep them to a minimum and take time to work out the best deal possible. I do not charge for handling. All packaging is free of charge.
I use standard Airmail for items valued under £25.
As a security measure and for everyone’s peace of mind all items with a value of £25 and over I use either trackable Airsure or International Signed For.
For guidance:
The approx: cost for postage and insurance for items with a value over £25 and up to £50 is:
Europe: £10.25 USA: £12.60 Rest of the World: £12.95
For items with a value of over £50 and up to £500 the postage and insurance cost is:
Europe: £12.85 USA: £15.20 Rest of the World: £15.55
If I have over-estimated the postage I always refund the difference.
I aim to post very promptly sometimes next day and always within 3 working days. I rarely post on Saturdays due to the Post Office closure at midday.
Useful Notes - Please Read
- My aim is always to make your buying experience an enjoyable and happy one and I do my very best to achieve this with a caring and efficient service. I am passionate about my linens and am here to help and serve in the best way I can.
- My linens are either antique or vintage and as such have a history of use, have been loved and treasured by previous owners. Many have come from English Country Estates. This to me is part of their charm and why I love collecting and selling them.
- I aim to describe my linens as accurately as I can. I carefully inspect everything so that I can identify any age related flaws or blemishes and list these accordingly - carefully highlighting any defects I can see.
- All my linens have been newly laundered and, where possible, air dried for added freshness. I iron all my embroidery and lace on the reverse side to enhance all the detail. I only use environmentally friendly products - washing everything by hand and never use a tumbler dryer.
- I love packing carefully with layers of acid free tissue paper and pretty satin ribbons before wrapping with bubble wrap and brown paper to what I hope is a very high standard. My linens have been treasured by generations and I like to show them, their previous owners and my buyers respect by taking care in this way.
- response. I appreciate that in this busy world sometimes it is an effort to spend the time leaving response. I am so grateful to all those who do so and are very generous with their comments. I do my very best to provide a caring and efficient service in which I take great pride. I always enclose a thank you card asking that you contact me first before leaving response if you are unhappy with my service. Communication is always the best and it is important that all my buyers are completely happy.
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