Explore the CollectionPostcard

Measurements
14cm x 9cm
Place of Origin
France
Historical Period/Date
20th Century (1900-1929 Early)/c1916
Registration Number
2015-001
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Buttonhole Stitch,Satin Stitch,Shadow Work,Stem Stitch,Surface Stitchery,
Objects
Postcards,

Physical Description

Postcard with a silk gauze envelope style pocket. Embroidered in multicoloured silks using satin stitch, stem stitch, buttonhole stitch and shadow work. Design includes a stylised sailing ship containing flowers, floral sprays and two tiny flags (French and English). Embroidered text is "To my dear Girlie". A tiny card in the pocket is printed with "To my dear Friend".

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