The fringed tablecloth is an example of a domestic item brought to Australia by early settlers in the Western District of Victoria as a home comfort.The fringed tablecloth helps tell the story of the arrival of European settlers and the small, light home comforts they brought with them to maintain a meaningful connection to home.Fringed and lined square tablecloth. The front is hand embroidered on brown loose weave fabric, the back a pale yellow polished cotton fabric. The edges on the back have been turned and machine-stitched. Hand-stitching has been used to join the top to the back and to add the fringe around the edges. The embroidery uses tapestry wool in cream, yellow, brown and green tones. The style is possibly an example of European folk-style hardanger embroidery technique. An inscription on a pink ribbon is sewn onto the reverse.“S F . 31303 OLIVER YEA - - [undecipherable]”flagstaff hill, warrnambool, maritime village, maritime museum, flagstaff hill maritime museum & village, shipwreck coast, great ocean road, tablecloth, fringed tablecloth, embroidered tablecloth, european embroidery, hand sewing, domestic object, handmade, textile, silk thread, geometric design, vintage, long-stitch, zigzag design, decorative, home décor, domestic linen, table linen, hardanger embroidery, hardanger

The waist coat belonged to a relative of the Baroness Felicitas Wiedersperger of Tzouitz, Czechoslovakia. It was purchased in London early in the 19th century.Black corded silk material embroidered with tiny sprigs of two styalised flowers in horizontal rows with embroidered spots in between. The lapels and pocket tops have a linear floral design. Colours used are greens, pinks, yellow and a purple/red. Lined with a rust coloured twill cotton. Front part only of a man's waist coat. Seven black silk covered buttons.embroidery, surface stitchery, garments, early 19th century, european, silk embroidery

Purchased for Guild by Miss Teague in Greece 1961.Geometric pattern in bright coloured threads and beads and gold thread on natural background.garments, late 19th century, mid european, beadwork, embroidery

Stand was damaged and repaired in 1979Rosewood stand with Ormolu decoration. A Louis XIV style oval panel has shaded coloured flowers in silk threads worked on a cream satin background. A green velvet backing to the panel.embroidery, silk embroidery, european

Fragment collected by Dr. Sweet when in Greece. Previously part of the Collection of Dr. Georgina Sweet, the first Lady Veterinarian in Victoria.Fragment of cloth, probably part of a skirt. Possibly Greek. White/Ecru cotton ground. Silk threads in reds, brown, green, rust, orange and cream. Half cross and straight stitches.embroidery, surface embroidery, fragment, greece, silk embroidery, european

Donor was given this set (see 691 - christening gown) by Mrs Lilly Louch and was shown at the Paris Exhibition of 1880.Fine cream coloured lawn trimmed with needle-run net in a very simple style. A circular floral disk has been added to the crown.embroidery, lace, bonnets, late 19th century, france?, silk embroidery, european

Pink silk fabric with a fine stripe, embroidered in a design of festoons and flowers using silk thread and fine tape lace in cream. It is edged with thick cream cord and backing is cream watered silk.embroidery, silk embroidery, european, 1900-20

Handmade material woven and embroidered by donor when at the Windermere School of Embroidery, England.Hand woven yellow cotton warp and a blue silk weft thread. The embroidered apple blossom is worked in laid stitch with a heavy twisted thread. Also sprays of blue based flowers with green stamens.embroidery, panel, 1900-20, england, silk embroidery, european

English map sampler worked by a child of 10 years. Conserved and remounted.Oval map of Britain, excluding Scotland, naming all the counties. Silk material over linen and probably worked in silk.Margaret Margaret Hoetherington ? School August 20thembroidery, samplers, 18th century, england, silk embroidery, european

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

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

This postcard was hand-embroidered in France and sent to Australia during World War I. A large piece of silk would be hand-embroidered by French women with the same pattern 20 times or so, then the large completed piece would be sent to a factory to be cut up and the individual pieces mounted on card. They had varying themes and patterns, greetings such as happy birthday or thinking of you, featuring butterflies, flowers and sometimes patriotic flags of allied countries involved in the war. They were marketed to troops to send home to female members of the family and girlfriends. It was estimated 10 million silk postcards were produced in Europe between 1915 and 1919. During World War 1 postcards were a welcome means of personal communication for many people. Most information came from newspapers or broadcasts.A small Christmas postcard of fabric with embroidery of flowers around the British flag and "Happy Christmas" sewn along the bottom."I am still going well & strong Love to all Maurie"ww1-correspondence ww1 postcard

In the 17th century young girls were taught embroidery as a necessary skill for marriage, this also helped them make very beautiful handbags. By the late 18th century, fashions in Europe were moving towards a slender shape and women wanted purses that would not be bulky or untidy in appearance, so reticules were designed. Reticules were made of fine fabrics like silk and velvet, with wrist strapA lady's beige, beaded, silk lined, evening bag with press stud fastenerevening wear, purses, personal effects, handbags, fashion, needlework, craftwork, dressmaking, moorabbin, brighton, early settlers, pioneers, cheltenham

In the 17th century young girls were taught embroidery as a necessary skill for marriage, this also helped them make very beautiful handbags. By the late 18th century, fashions in Europe were moving towards a slender shape and women wanted purses that would not be bulky or untidy in appearance, so reticules were designed. Reticules were made of fine fabrics like silk and velvet, with wrist strap often decorated with pearls, sequins, beads and embroidery. A lady's black velvet, silk lined, evening bag with draw-string and hand made tassels. The bag is decorated with beads in a floral designmoorabbin, brighton, early settlers, pioneers, cheltenham, craft work, dressmaking

Red cloth large hardcover book. Title is written on the front cover and on spine in gold. Small gold circle pattern on front cover. The book contains 100 coloured plates, 32 b/w plates with images of peasant handicraft. The book includes table of content, index, bibliography and a library due date card inside back cover, it was borrowed by Donald Ferguson(an art lecturer)on 13 May 1957. Page numbers written in roman numerals. embroidery, europe, ceramics, ornaments, peasant art, h th bossert, folk art, embroideries, handicraft, decorative arts, textile fabrics

Red and black surface stitchery on natural linen, with wool thread.embroidery, surface stitchery, cushion, 1940-60, southern europe

Handwoven natural linen with deep bright blue embroidery in bands in a classical style. Edged with blanket stitch.embroidery, furnishings, surface stitchery, southern europe, 1900-20

Purchased in Greece 1961. From the Save the Children Fund in Budapest, worked by a child.Traditional design, in bright deep blue cross stitch on handwoven linen.Label on reverse - Hungarian old design, made in Budapest, work rooms by Save the Children Fund children.embroidery, towel, cross stitch, 1940-60, mid european, lions, flowers, heraldic

Made by Viola, sister of the Baroness Felicitas Weidersperger of Tazovitz.Fine brown cotton fabric covered with dark brown and gold silk tambour embroidery. The edge is fringed. Design is of a rose surrounded by a scrolled border. czechoslovakia, embroidery, tambour work, mid european, 1900-20, floral, flower

Braces said to belong to donor's grandfather.The braces appear to have been embroidered for a child and could be European in origin. The straps are decorated with sprays of flowers in beading, half cross stitch and cross stitch. The straps are finished with white kid tabs.embroidery, embroidery, braces, beading, cross stitch

Belonged to the Baroness Felicitas Wiedersperger of Tazvitz. The embroidery was worked by her sister, the Baroness Viola.Gold silk fabric with matching ribbon ties, trimmed with gilt handmade lace from the village of Tazovitz. Oval canvas, motif in petit point at the front. Lining is bright yellow cotton.embroidery, furnishings, canvas work, lamp cover, mid european, bird, floral, flowers

Waistcoat was never made up. The donor says it belonged to a great uncle in the early 1800's. The waistcoat was cut apart to make a firescreen for her mother, and these pieces were left over.Heavy cream ribbon silk with garlands of flowers embroidered in coloured silks. a. part of front b. pocket flap c. straight strip d. scrap with 3 circles (buttons) e. scrap with 9 button circles "A" has transfer feather design on one edge.embroidery, garments, silk embroidery, early 1800's, european

Embroidered picture in gold oval frame. Cream silk with a central oval panel depicting a shepherdess under a tree, 3 sheep and a dog. House in background. Embroidered in silk and chenille threads. The wide border surrounding the central oval is of flowers, leaves, garlands, with a bow and loop at the top. The face of shepherdess is painted.Sticker on reverse showing it was framed in Melbourne at the Leighton Gallery of Art in Collins St.embroidery, pictures, silk embroidery, early 1800's, europe

Donated by Mrs M.E. Bowley, from the collection of the late Dr. Georgina Sweet, who was the first woman veterinarian in Victoria and who travelled extensively in Middle Europe in the Early 20th century.Cream cotton muslin with stylised pattern in terracotta, blue, green and black cross stitch. It is edged in a triangular, Armenian needle lace pattern and has a draw-cord to shape the cap.embroidery, cross stitch, caps, southern european

From the collection of the late Dr. Georgina Sweet, who was the first woman veterinarian in Victoria and who travelled extensively in Middle Europe in the Early 20th century.Natural linen ground, cross stitched traditional patterns in red and black thread.embroidery, cross stitch, middle european, yugoslavia, table cloths

From the collection of the late Dr. Georgina Sweet, who was the first woman veterinarian in Victoria and who travelled extensively in Middle Europe in the Early 20th century.Green silk, embroidered silks in blues and golds. Dragon with some metal threads. Fragile.embroidery, surface stitchery, china, silk embroidery, oriental, fragment

From the collection of the late Dr. Georgina Sweet, who was the first woman veterinarian in Victoria and who travelled extensively in Middle Europe in the Early 20th century.Natural ground, multi-coloured embroidery, peasant style motifs in satin, straight and chain stitches.Szegedembroidery, surface stitchery, hungary, 1900-20, cushion covers, heart, flowers

From the collection of the late Dr. Georgina Sweet, who was the first woman veterinarian in Victoria and who travelled extensively in Middle Europe in the Early 20th century.Dull red cotton ground fabric with gold, green and blue embroidery in Bokhara couching. Design is an abstract floral.embroidery, surface stitchery, middle european, cushion covers, 1900-20

From the collection of the late Dr. Georgina Sweet, who was the first woman veterinarian in Victoria and who travelled extensively in Middle Europe in the Early 20th century.Red, green, pink, blue, gold and black thread (cotton?) on open weave cotton. Mounted on close-woven cotton. Motifs worked in straight stitch. Two areas of embroidery, one on back of cap, other as a band over top and sides.embroidery, surface stitchery, middle east, croatia, caps

From the collection of the late Dr. Georgina Sweet, who was the first woman veterinarian in Victoria and who travelled extensively in Middle Europe in the Early 20th century.Probably a cuff band. Silk embroidery thread in black and gold with touches of blue, red and turquoise. Needlewoven one edge in black and gold. Centre start, flower and other motif in stitched ground, other edge black and gold triangle patterns. Worked on a natural linen or cotton fabricembroidery, needle weaving, surface embroidery, czechoslovakia, hungary, garment