Alan Paterson Collection
- Reference:GB 582 HWUA AP
- Dates of Creation:17--? - 1958
- Name of Creator:
- Language of Material:English
- Physical Description:32 items
Scope and Content
Shepherd's Plaids and highland dress late 18th century-early 19th century; thesis and research notes on tartan.
Administrative / Biographical History
Alan Paterson was a former student of the Scottish College of Textiles and was particularly interested in collecting and researching Highland dress and tartan.
Arrangement
In accordance with the classification scheme.
Access Information
By appointment at the Scottish Borders Campus, Heriot-Watt University, Netherdale, Galashiels.
Acquisition Information
Donated to the Scottish College of Textiles in 1972.
Other Finding Aids
A paper list is available in the search room and all textiles are photographed.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
The large flat textiles are rolled and require advance notice for access.
Archivist's Note
Description compiled by Helen Taylor, Archivist, Heriot-Watt University Archive, Records Management and Museum Service.
Conditions Governing Use
Photocopies and photographic copies can be supplied for educational use and private study purposes only, depending on the condition of the documents. Permission to publish material from the Archive must be sought in advance from the University Archivist. Responsibility for obtaining copyright clearance rests with the applicant.
Accruals
Not expected
Related Material
Paisley shawl collection HWUA PS
Subjects
Personal Names