mem_somerville reviewed Lace: A History by Santina Levey
Excellent and thorough scholarly catalog of lace history
5 stars
This book is a reference book that is huge, but a crucial part of my library. It has the extensive details of lace history by a well-respected textile historian. The text is accompanied by high quality photos of lace, and by helpful historical portraits with examples of lace being used in a given period.
It is hard to get. If you find one used for a good price, grab it.