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filigree (filagree)

Posted on September 14, 2015September 14, 2015 by admin

fI lə gri
1. intricate, lacy ornamental work made of twisted metal wires or pierced metal, as in jewelry.
2. any intricate, lacy pattern or form.
To ornament the pillow, she embroidered a filigree in purple and gold thread along each edge.

filigree

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