Needle Work Collection

Pole screen, c. 1740 (mahogany, softwood & needlework)
3084503 Pole screen, c.1740 (mahogany, softwood & needlework) by English School, (18th century); 104x63.5x51 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Side chair, c. 1685 (beech & upholstery)
3084421 Side chair, c.1685 (beech & upholstery) by English School, (17th century); 103.5x52x42.5 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Needle-Work (engraving)
6010449 Needle-Work (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Needle-Work. Illustration for The Infants Magazine (1869).); © Look and Learn

Reading, games and needlework table, c. 1815 (mahogany & rosewood)
2972946 Reading, games and needlework table, c.1815 (mahogany & rosewood) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Footstool, c. 1850 (wood, brass & Berlin woolwork)
3084468 Footstool, c.1850 (wood, brass & Berlin woolwork) by English School, (19th century); 24x24 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Fashion plate, Paris, illustration from Le Moniteur de la Mode
REV326159 Fashion plate, Paris, illustration from Le Moniteur de la Mode, engraved by Lecomte, 1845 (colour engraving) by David, Jules (1808-92) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Pillowcase (detail), c. 1600 (linen)
LMG153856 Pillowcase (detail), c.1600 (linen) by English School, (17th century); 91.5x50.8 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Temple Newsam House) UK; (add.info.: chain)

Fire screen panel, c. 1850 (Berlin woolwork canvas panel with beadwork and silk backing)
3084402 Fire screen panel, c.1850 (Berlin woolwork canvas panel with beadwork and silk backing) by English School, (19th century); 45x45 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Mary Linwoods needlework exhibition of embroidered paintings at Savile House
3056226 Mary Linwoods needlework exhibition of embroidered paintings at Savile House, 1810 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pietro Rotari Girl Needle-work needlework painting
Pietro Rotari, Girl with Needle-work, Girl with needlework, painting, oil on canvas, Height, 45 cm (17.7 inches), Width, 35 cm (13.7 inches)

Models Mrs Bowen Model Bedouin tent Needle work
Models taken for Mrs. Bowen. Model of Bedouin tent. Needle work. 1934, Middle East

europe, switzerland, swiss folk, 1883, lauterbrunnen, rosenlau, wengern alp, andermatt
Switzerland; Swiss folk in 1883

A sewing party at the Embassy in Russia during WWI, c. 1916 (b / w photo)
XJF447305 A sewing party at the Embassy in Russia during WWI, c.1916 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A little known industry in Essex. A Centuries old industry is being carried on in the cottages at Coggeshall where Tambour Lace is still made by the villagers for the London Market

An embroided picture of Eynsford bridge. 1936

An embroided picture of Eynsford bridge, Kent. 1936

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"Unraveling the Artistry: A Journey through Needlework Masterpieces" Step into a world of exquisite craftsmanship as we explore the captivating realm of needlework. From delicate pillowcases to intricate tapestries, these timeless creations have stood the test of time, showcasing both skill and creativity. Take a moment to admire the Pole screen, crafted in 1740 from mahogany and softwood. Its elegant frame serves as a canvas for an enchanting needlework design that tells stories untold. Similarly, the Side chair from 1685 boasts beech wood adorned with meticulous upholstery work, adding charm to any room it graces. Delve into history with an engraving capturing the essence of needlework itself. This art form has long been intertwined with leisurely activities such as reading and games, beautifully exemplified by the Reading, games and needlework table made in 1815 using mahogany and rosewood. Witness how Berlin woolwork takes center stage in a footstool created around 1850. The combination of wood, brass accents, and vibrant threads showcases both opulence and dexterity. Meanwhile, a Parisian fashion plate from Le Moniteur de la Mode transports us to an era where needlework was not only functional but also fashionable. Travel back even further in time with a linen pillowcase dating back to 1600 – its intricate details reflecting the dedication poured into each stitch. Marvel at a fire screen panel created around 1850; here beadwork meets silk backing on Berlin woolwork canvas – truly an artistic marvel. Discover Mary Linwood's embroidered paintings at Savile House – her exhibition epitomizes how needlework can transcend mere fabric decoration and become true works of art. And let us not forget about Pietro Rotari's Girl Needle-work painting; his brush strokes immortalize this timeless craft on canvas forevermore. Finally, witness Mrs Bowen's Model Bedouin tent, where needlework takes on a three-dimensional form.