Design Card

Date

1875-1922

Level of description

Item

Extent and medium

Dimensions: 153mm X 245mm

Creator

Royal School of Needlework: Created by the Royal School of Art Needlework as miniaturised versions of designs. Original designs were miniaturised and either traced or copied onto 'Design Cards' which were sent out to clients for next day approval. This was part of the work of the 'Painting Room' sometimes referred to as the Paintroom, the department responsible for all design and draftsmanship.

Scope and content

Rectangular design for embroidery recorded on a Design Card in pencil. The design has a border of entwined daisy flowers, ribbons and leaves. In the middle is a daisy chain circle with a bow and trail of daisy chain from the bottom of the circle. Randomly scattered across the design are whole flowers, buds, petals and leaves, giving an informal, scattered feel. A romantic and delicate design that could be viewed from all sides it would have been suitable for objects like coverlets and linens.

Transcription

The card is printed 'Royal School of Art Needlework, Exhibition Road, London S.W.' at the top, and 'It is respectfully requested that designs sent for selection be not kept more than ONE CLEAR DAY and to prevent damage in the post should be returned in the cards sent herewith. It is found necessary to make a charge for replacing designs returned in a damaged condition' at the bottom

Reference code

D1/063
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