Laid Work And Couching Collection

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

Bedcover (Crazy Quilt), United States, 1880/85. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Crazy Quilt), United States, 1880/85

Bedcover, United States, 1877/78. Creator: M. E. Mohortor
Bedcover, United States, 1877/78

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

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

Buzi (Court Rank Badge), China, 1825 / 50, Qing dynasty(1644-1911). Creator: Unknown
Buzi (Court Rank Badge), China, 1825/50, Qing dynasty(1644-1911)

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

Altar Frontal, Italy, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, 18th century

Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Dalmatic, Italy, c. 1700

Chasuble (Back), Italy, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble (Back), Italy, 1701/25

Picture, England, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Picture, England, 17th century. People and animals in a landscape: a shepherd playing the bagpipes; gentleman playing a lute and lady looking at a butterfly; deer-hunting; frog on the riverbank

Bedcover, England, c. 1710. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover, England, c. 1710

Chasuble (Front), Italy, 1701 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble (Front), Italy, 1701/25

Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), England, 1400 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (From an Orphrey Band), England, 1400/50. Male and female figures wearing crowns. The man gives a blessing. An orphrey is a woven or embroidered band, used on priests albs and knights robes

Square Shawl, India, 1870s. Creator: Unknown
Square Shawl, India, 1870s

Square Shawl, India, 1840 / 45. Creator: Unknown
Square Shawl, India, 1840/45

Square Shawl, India, 1867 / 77. IMAGE QUALITY? Creator: Unknown
Square Shawl, India, 1867/77

Sampler, Massachusetts, 1822 / 23. Creator: Clarissa Emerson
Sampler, Massachusetts, 1822/23. The verse is attributed to the hymn writer John Newton or Isaac Watts. The maker was 14 years old

Sampler, United States, 1800 / 25. Creator: Emma Riches
Sampler, United States, 1800/25. Emma Riches Her Work Aged 13 Years

Sampler, United States, 1704. Creator: Rebecah Garland
Sampler, United States, 1704

Nuihaku (Noh Costume), Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)... Creator: Unknown
Nuihaku (Noh Costume), Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) (additional patterning added early 19th century)

Kosode Made into a Tobari or Fukusa Composed of Six Panels, Japan, mid-Edo period (1716-1789), early 18th century. A kosode is a short-sleeved Japanese garment

Furisode, Japan, late Edo period (1789-1868)/ Meiji period (1868-1912), 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Furisode, Japan, late Edo period (1789-1868)/ Meiji period (1868-1912), 19th century

Womans Surcoat, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1860 / 90. Creator: Unknown
Womans Surcoat, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1860/90

Womans Qun (Skirt), China, 1880 / 90, Qing dynasty (1644-1911). Creator: Unknown
Womans Qun (Skirt), China, 1880/90, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Womans Ao (Short Robe), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1870 / 90. Creator: Unknown
Womans Ao (Short Robe), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1870/90

Vestment (For a Second-degree Taoist Priest), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1801 / 50
Vestment (For a Second-degree Taoist Priest), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1801/50

Womans Qun (Semiformal Domestic Skirt), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1870 / 90
Womans Qun (Semiformal Domestic Skirt), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1870/90

Mans Theater Costume (Reversible), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1850 / 1900
Mans Theater Costume (Reversible), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1850/1900

Cut Out Motif (Needlework), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 19th century

Womans Magua (Semiformal Domestic Short Robe), China, 1880 / 1900
Womans Magua (Semiformal Domestic Short Robe), China, 1880/1900, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Womans Majia (Semiformal or Informal Domestic Vest), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1870/90

Womans Changfu (Informal Court Robe), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), late 19th/early 20th century

Fragment (For a Curtain), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1675 / 1725. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (For a Curtain), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1675/1725

Fukusa (Gift Cover), Japan, Appliqued fabric: Edo period (1615-1868), late 18th century Mounting fabric: Meiji period (1868-1912), 1868/83

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Laid work and couching: A journey through exquisite craftsmanship from different corners of the world. Buzi (Court Rank Badge) from China's Qing dynasty showcases intricate embroidery techniques dating back to 1825-50, leaving us in awe of the unknown creator's skill. Moving on to Valance, England presents a mysterious piece from the 1620s-60s that adds an air of elegance to any space. An Altar Frontal from Italy in the 18th century captures religious devotion with its delicate design, reminding us of the anonymous artist's dedication. Dalmatic, Italy circa 1700 exhibits opulence and grandeur through expertly executed laid work and couching techniques. The Chasuble (Back), also Italian and created between 1701-25, enchants with its regal allure fit for ceremonial occasions. An enigmatic Picture from England during the 17th century invites us into a visual narrative crafted by an unknown hand. Meanwhile, an English Bedcover circa 1710 wraps history within its fabric, preserving stories untold but felt deeply by those who appreciate its beauty. The Chasuble (Front) hailing again from Italy between 1701-25 captivates with ornate motifs woven into every stitch—a testament to timeless artistry without attribution. Fragment (From an Orphrey Band) originating in England during1400-50 tantalizes our imagination as we ponder over lost narratives embedded within this fragmentary treasure trove. Square Shawls transport us to India—each one a masterpiece bearing witness to Indian textile traditions spanning decades or even centuries; their creators remain nameless yet leave behind legacies that transcend time itself. As we admire these remarkable works across cultures and eras, let us celebrate not only their aesthetic appeal but also pay homage to countless anonymous artisans whose hands brought them into existence.