G. W., Hollie work on green vellum, c 1740
Name/Title
G. W., Hollie work on green vellum, c 1740Entry/Object ID
2007.1.3Tags
Hollie Work, Whitework, Embroidery, LaceDescription
The composition is that of a floral arrangement in a two-handled pot in hollie work set onto green-dyed vellum. The fine stitches were used to form the patterns, motifs and letters and, the deep green color enhances the open work.Trailing floral vines grow from the central pot with two hollie work squares, each with one initial , are mounted on either side of the pot; early 18th century two-sided reeded frame.Context
English needleworkers of the 18th century made use of a wide variety of fascinating and intricate techniques, including some extremely delicate forms of whitework. Hollie Work, one of the most delicate of this type, is occasionally found on samplers or needlework dating circa 1700-1760.Collection
ERS Sampler CollectionCategory
Whitework