New Pitsligo Lace "Mary Souter" Pattern Edged Mat
MakerMade by
Hanni Sanders
(Munich, 1923 - 1999)
DateLate 20th century
Object NameLace
MediumLinen
ClassificationsTextiles
DimensionsL- 31 x W- 31cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2008 in memory of Mrs Hanni Sanders.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS081822
Keywords
Lace making was introduced to New Pitsligo, Aberdeenshire, in the 1820s. It became a thriving industry in north- east Scotland. Queen Victoria is said to have been particularly fond of New Pitsligo lace.
Bobbin lace is made by braiding and twisting lengths of thread, which are wound on bobbins to manage them. As the work progresses, the weaving is held in place with pins set in a pillow. The placement of the pins is usually determined by a pattern.
