Embroidery
Applied Arts
Inventory number
2025.6.6.7.AA.TX.1870.GB
Description
A beaded panel with scalloped edges and red & olive colored paneling. There are floral motifs with scrolling vines, adorned with glass, brass, and steel seed beads. The ground for the embroidery is Berlin Woolwork, which is a style of embroidery that originated in Berlin, Germany and is similar to today's needlepoint. This indicates that the piece was very likely embroidered at home, as Berlin Woolwork was a popular hobby for middle class women in Western Europe. The shape of the piece suggests that it was decoration for balloon backed or parlor chairs. The olive and red color palette best suggests that this was created during the late Victorian era.
Materials
Woolwork
Glass beads
Brass beads
Steel beads
Origin
circa 1870
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Length : 48 cm
Height : 20 cm