Scottish. Sixteen samples, one of which is signed 'E McG 1837'. Worked by E McGaan of Ayrshire, 1837. This item was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Textile conservation was completed in 2019.
Scottish. Floral corner decoration with over-elaborate initials which seem to have been added later. Deep vandyked edge. Lace fillings in pierced sections of design.
Bobbin lace collar, cream cotton lace with floral net backing. 4 bones attached with fine looped netting stitches at shorter edge. Row of hooks on one side. Possibly has been previously attached to a garment.