White Cotton Lawn Detachable Pointed Collar

Baroque · American

A detachable white cotton collar featuring two triangular points that extend over the shoulders, connected by a curved band at the neckline. The collar displays delicate white-on-white embroidered floral motifs throughout, with scalloped lace edging defining all perimeters. The embroidery appears to be whitework, creating subtle textural patterns against the fine cotton ground. This type of removable collar was essential to mid-19th century women's dress, allowing for easy laundering while protecting the bodice underneath. The pointed shoulder extensions and curved neckline shape are characteristic of 1840s-1860s collar construction, designed to frame the face while maintaining the period's emphasis on modest neckline coverage.