Linen, bleached, worked with linen thread in open chain, eyelet hole, needle point, and needle weaving stitches. A repeat pattern of circular stems (a double line of chain with eyelet holes between) with stylised buds, leaves, flowers and pomegranates, the fillings needle point and needle weaving. Tape loops at top angles. Edging of bobbin lace.
History note: Acquired by Miss D. Pleydell-Bouverie at Christie's sale, 8 July 1940, Lot No. 1609. Presented to this Red Cross sale by Mrs B. W. Bond.
Given by Miss D. Pleydell-Bouverie
triangular - short edges 6 inches, long edge 14.75 inches
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Method of acquisition: Given (1948-04-17) by Pleydell-Bouverie, D. Miss
16th Century, Late
Circa
1550
CE
-
Circa
1599
CE
Accession number: T.4-1948
Primary reference Number: 198821
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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