New Pitsligo Lace Edging
Date1910
Object NameEdging
Mediumcotton lace
ClassificationsTextiles
AcquisitionPresented in 1961 by Mr Charles Niven.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS013956
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.
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Late 19th Century
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Early - Mid-18th Century
