Couching Collection

Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884

Bedcover Depicting Thirty-four Scenes from the Old and New Testaments, United States, 1880s. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover Depicting Thirty-four Scenes from the Old and New Testaments, United States, 1880s

Cover, Turkey, 1601/1875. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 1601/1875

Bedcover, United States, 1801/25. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover, United States, 1801/25

Chalice Cover, Spain, 1701/25. Creator: Unknown
Chalice Cover, Spain, 1701/25

Bedcover (Basket of Flowers Quilt), Kentucky, c. 1860. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Basket of Flowers Quilt), Kentucky, c. 1860

Square Shawl (Turnover), Paisley, 1801/50. Creator: Unknown
Square Shawl (Turnover), Paisley, 1801/50

Mourning Sampler, Rhode Island, c. 1810. Creator: Mary Winsor
Mourning Sampler, Rhode Island, c. 1810

Woman's Dress, Eastern Europe, 1700/1900. Creator: Unknown
Woman's Dress, Eastern Europe, 1700/1900

Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Spain, 17th century

Part of an Antependium (Depicting The Last Supper), Germany, 1300/10. Creator: Unknown
Part of an Antependium (Depicting The Last Supper), Germany, 1300/10

Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846. Creator: AWN Pugin
Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846

Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846. Creator: AWN Pugin
Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846

Chasuble, Central Europe, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, Central Europe, 18th century

Dalmatic and Humeral Veil, Bayern, 1675/1725. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic and Humeral Veil, Bayern, 1675/1725

L'Hiver (Winter), France, Early 19th century. Creator: Claude Pierre Etienne Camille Pernon
L'Hiver (Winter), France, Early 19th century

Chasuble with Medallion Depicting John the Baptist, Italy, 1575/1625. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble with Medallion Depicting John the Baptist, Italy, 1575/1625

Steeping, couching and flooring malt, 1886. Beer-making involves malting (germination of barley or other grain). Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures

Pillow cover, England, c. 1620. Creator: Unknown
Pillow cover, England, c. 1620

The Stafford Altar Frontal, England, 1620 / 40 (appliqued areas: late 17th century)
The Stafford Altar Frontal, England, 1620/40 (appliqued areas: late 17th century)

Waistcoat, England, 1700 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Waistcoat, England, 1700/25

Skirt from a Court Gown, France, 1805-15. Creator: Unknown
Skirt from a Court Gown, France, 1805-15

Pillow Sham, England, c. 1720. Creator: Unknown
Pillow Sham, England, c.1720

Mirror Depicting King Charles II and Queen Catherine of Braganza, England, 17th century

The Stafford Chasuble, England, 1620 / 40 (appliqued late 17th century)
The Stafford Chasuble, England, 1620/40 (appliqued late 17th century)

Valance, England, 1620 / 60s. Creator: Unknown
Valance, England, 1620/60s

Box (Casket), England, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Box (Casket), England, 17th century

Orpheus Charming the Animals, England, first half 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Orpheus Charming the Animals, England, first half 17th century

Handkerchief, England, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Handkerchief, England, 18th century

Cope, France, 1775 / 1825. Creator: Unknown
Cope, France, 1775/1825

Chair Seat and Back Panel, France, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Chair Seat and Back Panel, France, 18th century

Altar Frontal, France, 1700 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, France, 1700/25

Hood, France, 1775 / 1825. Creator: Unknown
Hood, France, 1775/1825

Panel (Showing Symbols of the Four Seasons), France, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel (Showing Symbols of the Four Seasons), France, 17th century

Chasuble, France, c. 1750. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, France, c. 1750

Panel, France, 1630 / 40. Creator: Unknown
Panel, France, 1630/40

Salesmans Sample, France, 1780 / 90. Creator: Unknown
Salesmans Sample, France, 1780/90

Orphrey Band, England, 1375 / 1400. Creator: Unknown
Orphrey Band, England, 1375/1400

Chasuble, France, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, France, c. 1700

Bed Curtain, United States, c. 1720. Creator: Unknown
Bed Curtain, United States, c. 1720

Picture of a Bird, France, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Picture of a Bird, France, 18th century

Panel (Dress Fabric), France, 1775 / 80. Creator: Unknown
Panel (Dress Fabric), France, 1775/80

Chasuble, Italy, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, Italy, 18th century

Two Fragments, England, c. 1675. Creator: Unknown
Two Fragments, England, c. 1675. Tulips, carnations, birds feeding their chicks, wild boar, monkey, horse

Picture (Unfinished Needlework), England, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Picture (Unfinished Needlework), England, 17th century. Women, animals, plants and birds. In the centre a lady playing a lute in an arbour

Cushion Cover (Made from Womans Dress), England, Elizabethan period, 1575 / 1600
Cushion Cover (Made from Womans Dress), England, Elizabethan period, 1575/1600

Picture, England, 1625 / 75. Creator: Unknown
Picture, England, 1625/75. Three medallion portraits of women, with floral decoration

Fragment of a Band Depicting Scene from Homers Odyssey, England, 16th / 17th century
Fragment of a Band Depicting Scene from Homers Odyssey, England, 16th/17th century. Possibly the scene where Circe the enchantress turns Odysseus crew into swine

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"Couching: A Journey through Time and Textiles" Step into the world of couching, a technique that has been steeped in history for centuries. From flooring malt in 1886 to creating exquisite pillow covers in England circa 1620, this art form has adorned various pieces throughout time. Take a glimpse at the intricate craftsmanship seen on The Stafford Altar Frontal from England, dating back to 1620-40 with appliqued areas added later in the 17th century. Marvel at the skill of unknown creators who meticulously stitched together a waistcoat from England around 1700-25, showcasing their expertise. Travel across borders as we explore a skirt from a Court Gown made in France between 1805-15 by an anonymous creator. Witness how even pillow shams were not exempt from couching's charm, as evidenced by an English piece crafted around 1720. Intriguingly, it also found its way onto mirrors depicting King Charles II and Queen Catherine of Braganza during the vibrant era of 17th-century England. The Stafford Chasuble further exemplifies this technique's versatility with appliqued additions made during the late 17th century. Delve into domestic beauty with an enchanting valance created in England between 1620-60s—a testament to both functionality and artistic flair. Uncover secrets hidden within a box (casket) hailing from seventeenth-century England—an exquisite example of couching's influence beyond textiles. Immerse yourself in storytelling through Orpheus Charming the Animals—a captivating artwork originating from early seventeenth-century England—where every stitch breathes life into mythical creatures under Orpheus' spell. Finally, marvel at an elegant handkerchief crafted anonymously in eighteenth-century England—a delicate masterpiece showcasing couching's enduring appeal. Couching transcends time and borders.