Delicately handpainted to emulate silken hand stitches, Court Embroidery is inspired by an early 19th century waistcoat from the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection. This courtiers garment is a beautiful example of a time when gentlemens clothing was as fine, if not more elaborate, than those of a lady. Court dress was a signifier of opulence, wealth and position. Trimmings, embellishment and embroidery were often employed to provide a dazzlingly rich effect, with exquisite needlework and sumptuous fabric admired by both male and female members of court.
- Composition:
- Non Woven paper
- Vertical Repeat:
- 52cm
- Match:
- Straight Match
- Roll Length:
- 10m
- Range:
- Historic Royal Palaces - Great Masters
- Width:
- 52cm
