Historical information
Knotting was a popular pasttime for eighteenth century women, often made from luxury materials. Knotting uses a thicker thread to produce a cord for applique on surface embroidery
Significance
Knotting shuttles were both elegant tools for display and leisure
Physical description
Mother of Pearl knotting shuttle with floral design on top. Dot design border. Brass rivets and bone central block with a central hole.
Inscriptions & markings
Incised decorative pattern flowers near centre, dotted form around edges
Subjects
References
- Illustrated history of needlework tools. Gay Ann Rogers. Illust p211. Text 209-212 ISBN/ISSN: ISBN 0-7195-4021-6
