Tudor Flower Motif
- Reference:GB 1694 NDS/GB/1
- Dates of Creation:16th century
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- Physical Description:1 item
Scope and Content
British formal flower motif outlined in chain-stitched metal thread, on linen. Blackwork fillings in silk in several patterns have become worn in places. The motif has been cut out of background and mounted on modern linen. About half the metal thread embroidery is modern restoration. Shows influence of formal Sanish design. Much of the outline is restoration and has been remounted. This work may have been carried out in J&P Coats studio. Another identical and two related motifs, donated to the NDS by John Jacoby are in the Embroiderers' Guild Collection (EG 206). Originally they may have been part of a cover for a long cushion.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Dimensions: 152 x 132 mm
Appraisal Information
This material has been appraised in line with Glasgow School of Art Archives and Collections standard procedures.
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