The art of bobbin lace making

As early as the 17th century, "Blonden", the fine hood decorations of the Sunday costume, were first made from horsehair and later from black silk. The first lace-making course was held in Lauterbrunnen in 1830. In 1912, the "Verein zur Hebung der Klöppelindustrie im Lauterbrunnental" was founded. Thus began the upswing: in 1917 there were around 450 lace makers, including children. Today, the Lauterbrunner Lace Makers' Association continues to cultivate this venerable craft. Thanks to the Valley Museum, its director Joseph Guntern and expert Liselotte Gassman, we are now able to offer a special exhibition of works from Lauterbrunnen at the WNF.


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