Found in antique shop in Brighton, Mounted on an old screen and very dirty.Very open weave linen, covered in silk embroidery using blue, green, brown and beige silk. Framed in gold and mounted on bright blue raw silk.embroidery, panels, italy, 17th century, silk embroidery, european

Estate of Kenneth Lay Antique Dealer High St Armadale - no provenancePainted Rural Scene of woodcutter and daughter with cottage in background Hand embellished silk surface embroidery with metal thread highlights 18th century, woodcutter, rural idyll, georgian silk embroidery

Dark ecru linen with a design of pomegranates partly embroidered in the lower right corner. There is an oval marked in top left corner, which is meant to be cut out for a photograph to be inserted when the piece is mounted (no threads with kit).embroidery, silk embroidery, kits

Design is on fine light brown canvas and depicts a bird sitting on a branch. Part of the bird and foliage is embroidered in brightly coloured silks. The bird has an unusual bead as an eye. (No threads with kit.) Probably meant for fire screen.embroidery, silk embroidery, kits

Pale green moiré silk with a stamped design of stylized flowers. One corner has been embroidered in silk in soft shades of pink and green with a touch of Jap gold (no threads with kit).Label: Antoine Design, Trade Mark PENELOPEembroidery, silk embroidery, kits

Ecru textured cotton, design basket of flowers and sprays of flowers. Basket and leaves in silk embroidery and flowers in silk ribbon work. The mat's edge is marked in a scalloped shape. (no threads with kits).embroidery, silk embroidery, silk ribbon embroidery

Artwork. A square of silk fabric, finished on the four sides with a .8 cm fringe of the fabric. A border of blue stitchery 2 cm from inside the fringe surrounds a floral design of three variegated pink flowers, one variegated blue flower, and soft green leaves. In one corner is a butterfly with soft pink wings, dark body, and long antennae. Burgandy satin stitch buds, and centres in two of the flowers add depth.artwork, doyley

An item forming part of a collection of costumes, photographs and documents relating to the Weir family who lived in the mansion originally named Illapa, 84 Princess Street, Kew, from c.1917 to 1950. This historically significant collection includes items relating to both George Weir (1866-1937) and his wife Edith Mary Weir (1867-1948). George Weir attained national prominence in the mining industry, becoming General Manager of the North Broken Hill Silver Mining Company in 1903 (later renamed North Broken Hill Mining Company 1905-12, and North Broken Hill Ltd 1912-1988), and subsequently President of the Mine Owners Association. He was to remain General Manager of North Broken Hill Ltd until his retirement in 1926.This scarf is part of a 30-piece collection of women’s clothing owned by Edith Mary Weir (nee Betteridge), who was born in Clare, South Australia in 1867 and who died in Kew at the age of 81 in 1948. The items of clothing in the collection date from the 1880s to the 1940s and constitute outstanding examples of dressmaker’s skills from each of these decades. The collection includes day dresses, evening dresses, evening coats, capes, shoes and undergarments. As the wife of a mining engineer, and later mine manager, Edith Weir’s clothing has historic significance as examples of clothing worn by upper middle class Australian women in domestic circumstances and at social and civic events. The costumes in the collection represent the periods when Edith Weir lived in Broken Hill, New South Wales, and in Kew, Melbourne. A number of the costumes from the 1920s to the 1940s are of a particularly fine quality, being both rare, representative and intact examples of Australian fashion of the period. The garments in the Weir Collection were donated to the Kew Historical Society by the granddaughter of Edith Weir in 2017Very long, doubled chiffon evening scarf with a silk tassle at one end and multicoloured hand embroidered flowers at the other. The scarf was owned by Edith Mary Weir.edith mary (betteridge) weir, 84 princess street -kew, australian fashion, scarfs

The Fashion & Design collection of the Kew Historical Society includes examples of women’s, men’s, children’s and infants’ clothing from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Items in the collection were largely produced for, or purchased by women in Melbourne, and includes examples of outerwear, protective wear, nightwear, underwear and costume accessories.The McIntyre Collection of clothing and clothing accessories forms one of the largest single donations to our Fashion & Design collection. It includes clothing and clothing accessories worn by four women in the Cohen and McIntyre families across three generations. The items worn by Melbourne architect, and Kew resident, Dione McIntyre date from the 1960s and 1970s, and include evening wear, day wear, hats and shoes. As Dione McIntyre often accompanied her husband, fellow architect Peter McIntyre, to formal events, there are a number of pieces of evening wear among the items. The McIntyre Collection also includes items worn by women of an earlier generation: by Lilian Cohen, Dione McIntyre's mother, and by her mother-in-law, the wife of the architect Robert McIntyre. At the other end of the chronological spectrum are a number of outfits belonging to, worn and donated by Annie McIntyre. These include outfits created by notable late 20th century Australian and/or international fashion designers. The McIntyre Collection is significant historically and artistically as it includes examples of design that demonstrate changing tastes in fashion over an 80-year period. The collection is also significant in that it includes the work of a large number of Melbourne designers from the 1960s to the 1990s. Black crepe jacket with heavy cream embroidery. The jacket is believed to have been purchased by an aunt of the donor in the 1930s on a trip to the ‘Orient’mcintyre collection, women's clothing, international fashion - 1930s, evening wear, eveing jackets

Yellow silk satin, silk embroidery in bright blues, greens, mauve, orange and pinks.embroidery, garments, silk embroidery, china, late 19th century, flowers, garden, bird

Piece of Chinese embroidery, Length of cream silk with panel of cream silk embroidery depicting butterflies. embroidery, silk embroidery, oriental, garments

Cream satin, silk embroidery in Pekin knot stitch. Fine couched cord. Rural setting with figures, trees and pagoda.embroidery, garments, silk embroidery, china, garden, figures, lanscape

Chinese embroidered panel/hanging, couched gold and silk embroidery in two shades of purple silk. Not in Location: C7 BM10embroidery, china, oriental, silk embroidery, furnishings

Used in theatricals of the period, and originally part of a blouse. "Doc" Rowe and his wife "Mora" were Australian entertainers who performed worldwide, including the Far East, during 1910-1930. The embroidered costumes were purchased in China and used in their performances in Australia and overseas.Red silk with white twisted silk embroidery of a garden and pagodas and 2 men with swords and pitchfork, and a floral border at base. embroidery, garments, silk embroidery, china, 1920-40, oriental

Bought for the Guild, found in an antique shop by Mrs Beryl Warne (member) March 1974.Silk background with a peach brocade edging natural colours of silk embroidery in long and short stitch for the design of two deers with fir tree branch.embroidery, panel, late 19th century, japan, silk embroidery - oriental

Bought by donor in Hong Kong in 1983Cream silk mat with blue silk embroidery in a traditional Chinese design with peonies, bats and plum blossoms. The border is made of two rows of woven braid.embroidery, silk embroidery, oriental, mats, 1960-80, china

Postcards from France with silk embroidery pictures sent home from the front in Europe during WW1.White Postcards with silk embroidery made in France, 1. Picture of a cottage surrounded by flowers with "Home Sweet Home" at bottom and ornate border. 2. Picture of flowers on front in silk embroidery and "Far from you but thinking of you". 3. Picture in silk of various Allied flags and flowers and words "1914 Right and Liberty 1917".1. Embroidered "Home Sweet Home" On front and letter to "Linda" on back. 2. Embroidered "Far from Home but Thinking of You" on front and letter dated 3/9/17 - To Linda on back. 3. Embroidered "1914 Right & Liberty 1917"and letter to Linda on back.passchendaele barracks trust, postcards, ww1

Found in an Opportunity Shop.Possibly for decorating an Oriental garment, one medallion is halved for a front opening. Fine white canvas covered in silk embroidery. Black background and large pink, blue and gold flowers outlined with fine white cord.embroidery, silk embroidery, garments, oriental, china

In Chinese embroidery, the crane (He, 鹤) is a powerful symbol of longevity, wisdom, immortality, and good fortune, often depicted with other auspicious motifs like peaches, pine, or bamboo to enhance these meanings, and historically used on civil officials' rank badges (buzi) to denote high rank and virtue, reflecting aspirations for a long, prosperous, and wise life, linked to Daoist immortals and heavenly ascent. Black satin with rich silk embroidery around the hem, which means it may have been made for a lady of high rank. Circular motifs of cranes and storks. Probably made for a pregnancy. Bright blue lining.embroidery, silk embroidery, garments, china, oriental

Limerick Museum item: DESCRIPTION: Limerick lace. Blonde work. Designed and made by Eileen O’Donohue of the Limerick Lace School. PATTERN: Eastern style pattern with diamond zigzag border followed by flower and leaf border at the two ends. The centre has a scattering of single flowers with leaves. Crochet edges and fringed at both ends. STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES: Limerick Lace & crocheted fringe. FIBRE: Raw Silk threads, possibly silk net. SIZE: Height 284 cm cm x Width 58 cm. DATE: 1900 – 1915.Limerick lace – By the Poor For the Rich: Lace in Context Blonde Limerick lace refers to a specific style of Limerick lace—an Irish embroidered net—that adopts the aesthetic of 18th/19th-century French "blonde" lace, often featuring fine silk or cream-colored thread on a net base. It is a mixed lace, combining tambour or needle-run embroidery on a machine-made net. Characteristics and Context: Definition: Limerick lace is a "mixed" lace created by decorating machine-made net with hand embroidery, specifically tambour work (using a hook) or needle-run work. "Blonde" Aspect: Traditionally, blonde lace was a French silk lace known for its natural cream/pale gold color. When applied to Limerick lace, this refers to the use of fine cream or écru threads to create intricate patterns. Types of Limerick Lace: Tambour: A hook is used to create chain stitches. Needle-run: Embroidery is applied using a needle. Design and History: Patterns often feature floral, foliate, and nature-inspired motifs, such as shamrocks, ferns, or butterflies. While the industry began in 1829, styles evolved to include varied fillings. Production: The Limerick Lace School has produced modern interpretations, including stoles and veils featuring this technique.Cream net with an all over design in cream floss silk embroidery in a bold floral design. 5 cm silk fringe. Similar piece is in the Limerick Museum Ireland - described as Limerick Lace and crochet edges.embroidery, silk embroidery, shawls, early 20th century, india

A charming example of 18th century Georgian silk embroidery. All the sprigs have a small piece of parchment behind them, onto which they are embroidered. Lining has been replaced, and a viewing area left for study purposes. In 1930 this piece was used as a christening shawl.18th Century cream satin with coloured silk floral sprays placed regularly all over the cloth, with a floral border. Some metal threads are also used.embroidery, silk embroidery, table cloth, 18th century, england

Ebay purchase by Donor.Red Silk Pouch with black silk binding & silk floral embroidery & blue, plaited silk cord. Blue silk interior.19th century, chinese embroidery, oriental, silk embroidery, pouch, purse

Label attached to record card states "Chinese Embroidery from the Royal Palace, Pekin J.M.S."Fine white satin edge with bright blue silk flower embroidery. A fine example of pekin knot stitchery outlined with gold thread showing traditional Chinese motifs and figures.embroidery, garments, silk embroidery, late 19th century, china, trees, animals, pagoda

This frame of Postcards was part of the original “Camera on the Somme” exhibition Refer Cat No. 1280 for Jack Grintons service, Cat No 1320P for Bert Grinton DCM.Postcards - collection top to bottom - left to right. Nine (9) cards. Top left: cardboard, insert coloured silk embroidery on cotton, flowers, flags, sailing boat, greeting. Middle: cardboard, inset coloured silk with embroidery on cotton, butterfly, greeting. Right: cardboard, inset coloured silk embroidery on cotton, flowers, greeting. Second row left: cardboard, inset coloured silk embroidery on cotton, basket of flowers, greeting. Middle: cardboard, handwritten greeting and note in black ink. Bottom row left: black and white photograph postcard, cardboard. Two soldiers in uniform. Middle: cardboard, handwritten greeting and note in black ink. Bottom row - top right: black and white photograph postcard, three women. - Lower right - colour printed postcard, with flowers, flags, painting and "Good Luck and Coo-ee" greeting on scroll. Frame - Perspex front, screwed to brown painted MDF backing board. Dark brown mount, cardboard.Greeting silk embroidery. "From your loving son" From your Soldier Boy", "With my love". "Loving Greetings". Handwritten greeting in black ink. 2nd row middle Dated “21.10.17", frame/ “Dear Arthur/ love from your loving brother/ Jack W. Grinton" Bottom Row: Middle - "From your loving/ brother/ Albert V. Grinton". framed accessories, camera on the somme, ww1, 38th bn, grinton

Purchased by donor from EastWest Gallery, Melbourne 1970's.Thob or woman's dress. Black cotton sateen with silk and wool embroidery around nect, across shoulders and down back in triangular shape. Bright orange, red, pink, yellow, green. Plaited silk cord and pink cotton rick rack around sleeves and hem.dress, garments, cotton embroidery, silk embroidery, wool embroidery, southern syria

Acquired by friends of the donor who were missionaries in China.Bound piece from Chinese Mandarin's robe. Silk and gold embroidery on green silk. It has a number of symbolic motifs and a major sized 4 fringed dragon which denotes a person of high rank. Piece is bound with black silk.embroidery, china, garments, silk embroidery, early 19th century, dragon

TATTING EQUIPMENT. SHUTTLE - A SHAPED IMPLEMENT HELD IN THE HAND TO MAKE KIND OF KNOTTED LACE WITH LINEN, SILK OR COTTON THREAD. THREAD - PINK SILK WOUND ON CIRCULAR CARDBOARD DISChandcraft, tatting, handcrafts

7 circular pieces and 2 half circles. Black silk fabric with couched embroidery in gold and coloured threads. Each motif has a dragon in the centre. Lined with blue silk.embroidery, china, silk embroidery, oriental, garments

Postcards Re “Love from Ken to Ina” This is Kenneth Reginald Stone, refer Cat No 10742.15 for his service details. Silk Postcard, “E A Hepburn”. This is Edward Andrew Hepburn, refer Cat No 748.5 for his service details. Refer Cat No. 10742.15 for more details relating to this collection.1. & 2. Two postcards off white colour cardboard with sepia toned photographs with envelopes, plain standard beige paper. Postcards from "Love Ken" and addressed to "Dear Ina". Photographs - 1. Waterfall in a landscape. 2. Entrance to a hospital with gateway and buildings.. Address on envelope "Miss I Stone/ Stonelea/ Woodstock West/ via Maldon/ Victoria/ Australia" Handwritten - blue ink pen. Postmark ink stamp. 3. France 29/8/18. 2. 24/10/18. 3. One envelope from "E.A. Hepburn" to "Miss I Stone/ Stonelea/ Woodstock West/ Via Maldon/ Victoria/ Australia". Postmark ink stamp "24 Oct 18" with enclosed silk post card in embossed cardboard frame. Silk fabric white, two parts flap and pocket with colour silk embroidery. Tree and leaf design. Small card enclosed in silk pocket - greeting - "A Merry Christmas" Greeting on reverse side. Handwritten blue ink pen. Silk embroidery design - in colour. 3. "A MERRY X-MAS" Rear of postcard dated "France 23/10/18". Greeting on reverse side of small enclosed card "To Ina/ with best wishes/ from Ed".correspondence, ww1, stonecollectionww1

Donation of the estate of Kenneth Lay Antique Dealer High St ArmadaleThree Priests under a Canopy with Jesus Christ on altar, surface embroidery in silk. Couched goldwork highlights, painted body of Christ ? cochineal. Priest/Bishop faces painted - under garment painted outline in now dark brown ink. In old wooden frame. 18th century, silk embroidery, gold work, renaissance, religious, jesus christ