Runner
possibly Yorke, Louisa Matilda, 1863-1951
Category
Textiles
Date
circa 1910
Materials
Linen, plied silk and cotton
Measurements
1380 x 370 mm
Collection
Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1156395
Summary
Embroidered runner. Fabric: Undyed linen plain weave. Embroidery: Plied silk dyed green, yellow, blue and cream, in stem and buttonhole. White cotton satin applied flower motifs. Design: Violets and ribbons. Trimming: Cream silk frill. 5cms double. Lining: White cotton satin weave. Label: Laundry mark. Structure: Hand sewn.
Provenance
Given by Philip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Makers and roles
possibly Yorke, Louisa Matilda, 1863-1951, embroiderer