Wall hanging depicting Hebridean village

This material is held atGlasgow School of Art Archives and Collections

  • Reference
    • GB 1694 NMC/1571A
  • Dates of Creation
    • c1950
  • Name of Creator
  • Physical Description
    • 1 item
  • Digital Content

Scope and Content

Wall hanging, L-R design shows street of houses with mountains behind, church, trees, stone cross, cows and shore with moon.
Design by Scottish artist Eric Lounsbach, worked by primary and secondary school children.

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

Wall hanging made of linen with applique in felt, linen, net, chenille with wool embroidery and a fringe. Original design in fold out hardback black book (NMC/1571B). Brightly coloured painted in gouache with crayon.
Dimensions: 453 x 1475 x 13 mm

Appraisal Information

This material has been appraised in line with Glasgow School of Art Archives and Collections standard procedures.

Related Material

NMC/1571B is the design for the wall hanging.
NDS Bulletin 34 Buildings in Embroidery booklet featuring both the design and the wall hanging.

Additional Information

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