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

Design Card recording an embroidery design showing 5 sprays of flowers surrounded by decorative ribbon swirls. Pencil on card. A romantic and pretty design, the flowers include tulips, carnations and star shaped flowers, possibly jasmine.

Reference code

D1/089.b