Fabric
Rex Whistler (Eltham 1905 - Normandy 1944)
Category
Textiles
Date
1930
Materials
Cotton
Measurements
930 x 805 mm
Place of origin
England
Order this imageCollection
Dudmaston, Shropshire
NT 814531
Summary
Fabric: Blue Monochrome cream cotton plain weave 'calico' printed blue by engraved roller. Design: Vignettes of Clovelly, flowers and a mermaid at centre.
Provenance
Given to Lady Labouchere in the 1960's by Sue Boothby nee Asquith. The family owned property in Clovelly and she encourage Whistler to design ceramics as well. See Bowl by Wedgewood in panelled bathroom.
Makers and roles
Rex Whistler (Eltham 1905 - Normandy 1944) , designer